Lasiocampidae
- Pronunciation
- /las-ee-o-kam-pee-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Lasiocampid
- Plural
- Lasiocampids
Definition
A family of moths (order Lepidoptera) commonly known as tent caterpillars, lappet moths, or lackey moths.
Etymology
From Greek 'lasios', meaning 'woolly' or 'shaggy', and 'kampa', meaning 'caterpillar'.
Example
Lasiocampidae larvae often build communal silken tents on trees.