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railroad worm

/ˈreɪlroʊd wɜːrm/

翻译: 一种生物发光甲虫幼虫(Phrixothrix属),生活在南美洲,其身体两侧有一系列发光斑点,夜晚看起来像火车车窗的灯光。

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/ˈreɪlroʊd wɜːrm/C1formalscientific
  • zh一种生物发光甲虫幼虫(Phrixothrix属),生活在南美洲,其身体两侧有一系列发光斑点,夜晚看起来像火车车窗的灯光。

A bioluminescent beetle larva (genus Phrixothrix) found in South America, known for having a series of glowing spots along its body that resemble the lit windows of a train at night.

  1. Bioluminescent beetle larvaC2formal

    The larva of a beetle from the family Phengodidae, known for its ability to produce red and green light along its body, resembling a train at night.

    zh铁路虫

    • The railroad worm glows in the dark to attract prey.
    • Scientists study the railroad worm for its unique bioluminescence.
    • The railroad worm's red headlight and green body lights are fascinating.