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Lasiocampidae

Lasiocampidae

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A family of moths with hairy caterpillars like tent caterpillars
  • noun
  • /ˌleɪziˈkæmpɪdi/
  • Specialized
: Lasiocampidae
  • Many Lasiocampidae larvae are covered with dense hairs that protect them from predators.

Examples

  • A scientist identified the moth as a member of the Lasiocampidae family.

  • The family Lasiocampidae includes several species known for their tent-building caterpillars.

  • The Lasiocampidae family includes various species of moths.

  • Many Lasiocampidae moths are recognized by their hairy caterpillars.

  • The Lasiocampidae family of moths includes well-known species like the tent caterpillar.

  • Researchers studied the Lasiocampidae to understand their unique life cycles.

  • During a nature walk, we observed several Lasiocampidae hovering around the garden.

Synonyms

family Lasiocampidae
vsLasiocampidae
  • Specialized
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A group of large moths with hairy caterpillars that often make silk tents

focuses on the group's hairy caterpillars and stout-bodied adults rather than size

Compounds

family Lasiocampidae
  • Specialized
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A group of large moths with hairy caterpillars that often make silk tents

Surface Forms

Lasiocampidae singular
Lasiocampidaes plural

Etymology

Lasiocampidae comes from Greek parts lasio- meaning 'hairy', -campa meaning 'caterpillar', and -idae which marks a family. So, Lasiocampidae is a family named for its 'hairy caterpillars', which helps you remember these moths have fuzzy caterpillars and thick bodies.