Bombycidae
- Pronunciation
- /bom-bih-SEE-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Bombycid
- Plural
- Bombycidae
Definition
A family of moths known as silkmoths, including species like the silkworm moth (Bombyx mori).
Etymology
Named after the genus *Bombyx*, which is the type genus for the family.
Example
The Bombycidae family includes species like the silkworm moth, which has been domesticated for silk production.