An Army of Locusts refers to a collective noun phrase used to describe a vast congregation or swarm of these pests. The term army conveys the sheer magnitude and organized movement of these insects as they descend upon fields, crops, and vegetation, causing destruction in their wake. With an incredible ability to multiply rapidly and travel extensively, an army of locusts can consist of millions, if not billions, of individuals, capable of covering miles of land in search of sustenance. This description signifies the formidable and menacing nature of their presence, as they devour vegetation and crops, causing significant agricultural and economic damage. The relentless buzz and movement of numerous locusts driven by a shared purpose to feed contributes to their collective behavior and earned this evocative and apt title of an army.
Example sentences using Army of Locusts
1) An army of locusts descended upon the fields, devouring every inch of vegetation in their path.
2) The air was filled with the incessant hum of wings as the army of locusts blanketed the landscape.
3) The destruction caused by the army of locusts left farmers devastated and crops decimated.