malacosoma disstria (Meaning)
malacosoma disstria (n)
larvae of a gregarious North American moth that spins a web resembling a carpet rather than a tent; serious defoliator of deciduous trees
moth whose gregarious larvae spin webs resembling carpets
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larvae of a gregarious North American moth that spins a web resembling a carpet rather than a tent; serious defoliator of deciduous trees, moth whose gregarious
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Malacosoma disstria, commonly known as the forest tent caterpillar, is a widespread defoliator of deciduous trees.
The larvae of Malacosoma disstria feed gregariously on the foliage of host trees, consuming entire leaves and leaving behind only the midribs.
Malacosoma disstria populations can fluctuate dramatically from year to year, with outbreaks occurring periodically in different regions.
Infestations of Malacosoma disstria can cause significant defoliation and damage to host trees, especially in young or stressed trees.
