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io moth

/ˈaɪ.oʊ mɒθ/

Tradução: Mariposa grande e colorida do gênero Automeris, conhecida pelas manchas ocelares nas asas posteriores que lembram olhos e servem para assustar predadores.

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/ˈaɪ.oʊ mɒθ/C1formalscientific
  • ptMariposa grande e colorida do gênero Automeris, conhecida pelas manchas ocelares nas asas posteriores que lembram olhos e servem para assustar predadores.

A large, colorful moth of the genus Automeris, known for its distinctive eyespots on the hindwings that resemble the eyes of an owl or other animal, used to deter predators.

  1. A species of silk mothC1formalamerican

    A large, colorful North American moth (Automeris io) known for its striking eyespots on the hindwings, used to startle predators.

    ptEspécie de mariposa-da-seda

    • The io moth is easily recognized by its large, blue-and-black eyespots.
    • Caterpillars of the io moth have stinging spines that can cause skin irritation.
    • We spotted an io moth resting on a tree trunk during our hike.