lymantria (Meaning)
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lymantria (n)
type genus of the Lymantriidae; a pest (Lymantria means `destroyer')
Synonyms & Antonyms of lymantria
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lymantria Sentence Examples
- The lymantria moth, infamous for its voracious appetite, can defoliate entire forests in a matter of weeks.
- The lymantria's distinctive egg masses, resembling white tufts, are often found on tree trunks or branches.
- The caterpillars of the lymantria moth possess long, bristly hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
- Lymantria moths exhibit nocturnal behavior, primarily emerging at dusk to feed and mate.
- The spread of lymantria moths has been facilitated by the international trade in plants and nursery stock.
- Scientists have developed various biological control methods to combat lymantria moth infestations, including the release of parasitoid wasps.
- The lymantria's ability to develop resistance to pesticides poses a significant challenge to pest management efforts.
- Forest managers employ monitoring programs to stay informed about lymantria moth populations and potential outbreaks.
- The lymantria moth serves as a case study in the ecological and economic impacts of invasive species.
- Researchers are conducting ongoing investigations into the genetic diversity and evolutionary dynamics of lymantria moth populations.
FAQs About the word lymantria
type genus of the Lymantriidae; a pest (Lymantria means `destroyer')
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The lymantria moth, infamous for its voracious appetite, can defoliate entire forests in a matter of weeks.
The lymantria's distinctive egg masses, resembling white tufts, are often found on tree trunks or branches.
The caterpillars of the lymantria moth possess long, bristly hairs that can cause severe allergic reactions in humans.
Lymantria moths exhibit nocturnal behavior, primarily emerging at dusk to feed and mate.
