Mexican insect that feeds on cacti and is the source of a red dye (9) Crossword Clue

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RankAnswerLengthSourceDate
98% COCHINEAL Mexican insect that feeds on cacti and is the source of a red dye (9) (9)
5% ANT Fire ___ (red stinging insect) (3) USA Today Aug 25, 2025
5% LADYBIRDS Garden insects that feed on aphids (9) (9)
5% PEYOTES Mexican cacti (7)
5% CHOLLAS Mexican cacti. (7)
4% BATIK Dyeing technique (5) New York Times Sep 4, 2025
4% TACOS Mexican snacks (5) Commuter Sep 3, 2025
4% MAIZE Mexican corn (5) Commuter Sep 3, 2025
4% PESO Mexican money (4) Newsday Sep 1, 2025
4% YUCATAN Mexican peninsula (7) LA Times Daily Sep 1, 2025
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