Actias (Noun)
Meaning
Luna moths.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The luna moth is scientifically known as Actias luna, a large species of moth found in North America.
- The caterpillars of Actias luna are green and feed on the leaves of trees, including alder, hickory, and walnut.
- Adult Actias luna moths are nocturnal and are recognized by their long tails and eye spots on their hindwings.
- In some regions, Actias luna is considered a threatened species due to habitat loss and pesticide use.
- Actias luna moths go through four stages of development: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.