pterocera

/tɛrəˈsɛrə/

Definitions

1. noun

A genus of moths, in the family Uraniidae, with large eyespots.

“The museum displayed a rare pterocera moth specimen, attracting many visitors.”

2. noun

A genus of moths, in the family Uraniidae, with large eyespots, also known as Net-winged moths.

“The pterocera moths have distinctive eyespots that help them camouflage in their natural habitats.”

Synonyms

  • net-winged moth
  • netwinged moth

Antonyms

  • moth without eyespots
  • wingless moth