furcilia

/fɜrˈsɪliə/ or /fɜrˈsɪˌliːə/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of moth, particularly of the family Uraniidae, whose caterpillars have forked tails.

“The rare furcilia moth was spotted in the forest, its distinctive tail a key identifying feature.”

Synonyms

  • caterpillar
  • moth

Antonyms

  • beetle
  • butterfly