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Words Related to Animals - Butterflies and Moths
Here you will learn the names of different types of butterflies and moths in English, such as "monarch butterfly", "festoon", and "gypsy moth".
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butterfly
[noun]
a flying insect with a long, thin body and large, typically brightly colored wings
pierid butterfly
[noun]
white or sulfur butterfly, is a delicate insect characterized by predominantly white or yellow wings
hairstreak butterfly
[noun]
a small and delicate insect characterized by its distinctive tails on the hindwings and intricate wing patterns
peacock butterfly
[noun]
a striking insect with vivid patterns on its wings, commonly found in meadows and woodlands
nymphalid butterfly
[noun]
a colorful and diverse insect known for its intricate wing patterns
mourning cloak butterfly
[noun]
a large and distinctive insect with ragged-edged wings and dark, velvety coloration
milkweed butterfly
[noun]
a captivating insect known for its distinct orange and black wing pattern and annual migration
monarch butterfly
[noun]
a magnificent insect with vibrant orange wings adorned with black veins and white spots, known for its incredible long-distance migration
lycaenid butterfly
[noun]
a colorful and diverse insect with delicate wings adorned with intricate patterns
tortoiseshell butterfly
[noun]
a captivating insect belonging to the family Nymphalidae, characterized by its distinctive wing pattern resembling the colors and markings found on a tortoiseshell
sulfur butterfly
[noun]
a vibrant insect with predominantly yellow wings belonging to the family Pieridae
brush-footed butterfly
[noun]
a diverse and captivating insect family, scientifically known as Nymphalidae, characterized by their unique leg structure
cabbage butterfly
[noun]
a widespread insect with white or creamy wings, black spots, and a preference for cabbage-family plants
comma butterfly
[noun]
a captivating insect with distinctive wings featuring a white comma-shaped marking
danaid butterfly
[noun]
an insect characterized by its vibrant colors, intricate wing patterns, and a toxic or unpalatable nature as a defense mechanism
emperor butterfly
[noun]
a majestic insect characterized by its large size, vibrant colors, and regal presence, making it a symbol of beauty
moth
[noun]
a nocturnal winged insect similar to a butterfly that is attracted to the light
tiger moth
[noun]
a type of moth known for its vibrant wing patterns and a defense mechanism of aposematism to ward off predators
gypsy moth
[noun]
an invasive insect notorious for its defoliating behavior and significant damage to forests and trees
clothes moth
[noun]
a small insect that can cause damage to textiles by feeding on natural fibers
webworm moth
[noun]
an insect that forms conspicuous silken webs on tree branches during its larval stage
wax moth
[noun]
a small moth that infests beehives, with its larvae consuming beeswax and posing a threat to the structural integrity and health of the colony
Apollo
[noun]
a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, known for its striking appearance with large black wings marked with bold white spots and bands
argus
[noun]
a colorful butterfly species found in Southeast Asia, known for its intricate wing patterns featuring multiple eyespots
bogong
[noun]
a moth found in Australia that migrates long distances to alpine regions and aestivates in large numbers during summer
brimstone
[noun]
a butterfly with bright yellow or greenish wings found in Europe and Asia that feeds on nectar from buckthorn and other flowers
brown-tail moth
[noun]
a moth species with irritating barbed hairs that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions in humans
carpet moth
[noun]
a small moth species that infests carpets and textiles, causing damage through the feeding activity of its larvae
cleopatra
[noun]
a butterfly species found in southern Europe and parts of Asia, with bright orange wings marked with black spots and stripes
copper
[noun]
a small butterfly characterized by its vibrant orange or copper-colored wings
cecropia moth
[noun]
a large and visually striking moth species native to North America, known for its reddish-brown wings
cinnabar
[noun]
a moth species characterized by its striking black and vermilion red wings, often associated with toxic plants like ragwort
codlin moth
[noun]
a small moth species that infests apple and pear trees, causing damage to the fruit through larval feeding
festoon
[noun]
a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, with brownish wings marked with blue and orange spots and lines
large white
[noun]
a notable butterfly species characterized by its impressive size, white wings, and black or gray markings
marbled white
[noun]
a butterfly species found in Europe, with white wings marked with black veins and spots, and a distinctive marbled appearance
orange-tip
[noun]
a butterfly species found in Europe and Asia, with white wings and orange tips on the males
painted lady
[noun]
a species of butterfly with a distinctive orange and black pattern on its wings
purple emperor
[noun]
a majestic butterfly species characterized by its deep purple wings with intricate white and orange patterns
red admiral
[noun]
a mid-sized butterfly with black wings and red and white markings common in Europe and America
ringlet
[noun]
a butterfly species characterized by its dark brown wings adorned with small rings or eyespots
white admiral
[noun]
a butterfly species characterized by its black wings adorned with striking white bands and spots
swallowtail
[noun]
a term used to refer to several species of butterflies known for their distinctive, elongated hindwings
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