Palm moths

Pronunciation
/PAHM moths/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Palm moth
Plural
Palm moths

Definition

A name occasionally used to refer to certain moths that feed on palm trees, though not a formally recognized family. Some species of Pyralidae and Crambidae feed on palms, particularly in tropical regions.

Etymology

From the Latin 'palma' meaning 'palm tree' and 'moth'.

Example

Palm moths are occasionally pests of palm trees in tropical regions.

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