ermine moth
"Ermine moths" are small moths known for their distinctive white or silvery wings with black spots, and their larvae's communal web-spinning behavior.
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Definition
C2Entomology
(scientific, academic)A small moth from the family Yponomeutidae, recognized for its white or silvery wings with black spots.
Example
- The ermine moth's distinctive wings make it easy to identify.
C2Agriculture and Horticulture
(technical)The larvae of this moth species create communal webs on trees and shrubs, potentially causing significant leaf loss.
Example
- Ermine moth larvae can cause extensive defoliation in orchards.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "ermine moth":
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