Antheraea (Noun)
Meaning
Large moths whose larvae produce silk of high quality.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The antheraea moth species is prized for its ability to produce high-quality silk through its larvae.
- In many Asian cultures, the cocoons of antheraea moths are harvested for their valuable silk fibers.
- Antheraea moths have been a significant source of silk production for centuries, particularly in Japan and China.
- The antheraea polyphemus, also known as the polyphemus moth, is one of the largest moths in North America and produces high-quality silk.
- The larvae of antheraea moths feed on various plants, including mulberry and oak trees, before spinning their valuable silk cocoons.