Egger (Noun)
Meaning
Moth having nonfunctional mouthparts as adults; larvae feed on tree foliage and spin egg-shaped cocoons.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The lichen moth is a type of egger that is often found in forests with abundant tree foliage.
- Eggers are known for their unique life cycle, in which the larvae feed on leaves and the adults do not eat.
- Some species of eggers are considered pests due to the significant damage their larvae can cause to trees.
- The cocoons of eggers are typically egg-shaped and made of silk, providing protection for the pupae inside.
- In their adult stage, eggers do not have functional mouthparts and therefore do not feed on anything.