lymantria

• Substantivo que designa o gênero-tipo da família Lymantriidae, composto por mariposas consideradas pragas; o próprio nome significa 'destruidor'.

A noun referring to the type genus of the Lymantriidae family, which includes moths that are considered pests; the name itself means 'destroyer'.

nome próprio

1. Type genus of LymantriidaeC2formalscientific

   A genus of moths in the family Lymantriidae, known as a pest that can cause significant damage to forests and trees. The name 'Lymantria' means 'destroyer' in Greek.

   Gênero-tipo da família Lymantriidae

   • The Lymantria genus includes the gypsy moth, a notorious forest pest.
   • Researchers are studying the life cycle of Lymantria to control its spread.
   • Lymantria dispar is one of the most destructive species in this genus.