American false tiger moth

Pronunciation
/Amer-i-kan FALSE tiger moth/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
American false tiger moth
Plural
American false tiger moths

Definition

A moth species (species Apanteles congregatus) found in North America, known for its mimicry of the vibrant wing patterns of true tiger moths.

Etymology

From the common name 'false tiger moth' due to their resemblance to true tiger moths, which belong to the family Erebidae.

Example

American false tiger moths are known for their vibrant wing patterns, often mimicking those of true tiger moths.

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