Fringe-tufted moths

Pronunciation
/FRINJ-tuft-ed MOTHs/
Category
Morphology
Singular
Fringe-tufted moth
Plural
Fringe-tufted moths

Definition

Moths characterized by a fringe of long, hair-like setae on their hindwings.

Etymology

From the English words 'fringe' and 'tufted', referring to the distinctive hair-like fringes on their wings.

Example

The fringe-tufted moth is known for its distinctive fringe of hair-like setae on its hindwings.

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