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antheraea

/ˌæn.θəˈriː.ə/

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noun

/ˌæn.θəˈriː.ə/C2formalscientific
  • ruРод крупных бабочек, чьи личинки известны производством высококачественного шёлка.

A genus of large moths whose larvae are known for producing high-quality silk.

uncountable · proper noun

  1. Genus of silk mothsC2formalscientific

    A genus of large moths in the family Saturniidae, whose larvae produce high-quality silk.

    ruРод шелкопрядов

    • Antheraea moths are known for producing tussar silk.
    • The larvae of Antheraea species spin strong, durable cocoons.
    • Researchers study Antheraea to improve silk production methods.
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