Family Lasiocampidae (Noun)
Meaning
Tent caterpillars; eggars; lappet moths.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The family Lasiocampidae is commonly known as tent caterpillars, eggars, and lappet moths, and is comprised of approximately 2000 species worldwide.
- Lasiocampidae is a family of moths in the order Lepidoptera, often referred to as lappet moths, tent caterpillars, or eggars.
- Tent caterpillars, which are members of the family Lasiocampidae, are often considered pests due to their ability to defoliate trees and shrubs.
- Some species of Lasiocampidae, commonly known as eggars, have larvae that feed on various plants, including trees, shrubs, and grasses.
- Lappet moths, a common name for the family Lasiocampidae, are characterized by their distinctive hairy caterpillars and beautiful adult moths.