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brown-tail moth

/ˈbraʊn teɪl mɒθ/

Traducción: Especie de polilla (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) cuyas orugas están cubiertas de pelos irritantes que pueden causar erupciones cutáneas y problemas respiratorios. Se considera una plaga en muchas regiones.

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/ˈbraʊn teɪl mɒθ/formalscientific
  • esEspecie de polilla (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) cuyas orugas están cubiertas de pelos irritantes que pueden causar erupciones cutáneas y problemas respiratorios. Se considera una plaga en muchas regiones.

A species of moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) whose caterpillars are covered in irritating hairs that can cause skin rashes and respiratory issues. It is considered a pest in many regions.

  1. Invasive pest speciesC2formal

    A type of moth (Euproctis chrysorrhoea) whose caterpillars are covered in irritating hairs that can cause skin rashes and respiratory issues.

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    • The brown-tail moth caterpillar has hairs that can cause severe dermatitis.
    • Infestations of the brown-tail moth have been reported in coastal areas.
    • Local authorities are monitoring the spread of the brown-tail moth.