moerbeivlinder

Definitions of moerbeivlinder
  1. noun
    moderate-sized Asiatic moth whose larvae feed on mulberry leaves and produce silk
    synonyms: zijdevlinder
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    type of:
    nachtuil, nachtvlinder, vlinder
    typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae
  2. noun
    any silkworm moth of the family Saturniidae
    synonyms: zijdevlinder
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    types:
    atlasvlinder
    giant saturniid moth widespread in Asia; sometimes cultured for silk
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