Browntail (Noun)
Meaning
Small brown and white European moth introduced into eastern United States; pest of various shade and fruit trees.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The browntail moth caterpillars were found to be infesting the apple trees in the orchard.
- Entomologists have been studying the browntail moth to develop effective methods for controlling its population.
- The browntail moth's distinctive brown and white coloring makes it easy to identify.
- Forestry officials have issued warnings about the browntail moth's potential to damage oak and maple trees.
- The introduction of the browntail moth into North America has had significant economic and environmental impacts.