Genus Malacosoma (Noun)
Meaning
Tent caterpillars.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Malacosoma is a group of moths commonly known as tent caterpillars due to the large silk tents they construct in trees.
- Tent caterpillars of the genus Malacosoma are known for their social behavior and ability to defoliate trees.
- The genus Malacosoma consists of several species of moths that are often considered pests due to their destructive feeding habits.
- Malacosoma americanum, a species within the genus Malacosoma, is one of the most common types of tent caterpillars found in North America.
- The life cycle of the genus Malacosoma typically involves four stages: egg, larva, pupa, and adult.