wax moth

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Noun wax moth has 1 sense

bee moth, wax moth, Galleria mellonella - moth whose larvae live in and feed on bee honeycombs
--₁ is a kind of pyralid, pyralid moth
--₁ is a member of Galleria, genus Galleria

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Term: Wax Moth

Definition: Wax moth refers to any of the moth species belonging to the family Pyralidae, specifically Achroia grisella (lesser wax moth) and Galleria mellonella (greater wax moth). These moths are known for their destruction of beehives and their ability to live and feed on beeswax.

Part of Speech: Noun

Senses:

Any of several moth species that belong to the family Pyralidae.
A pest that causes damage to beehives and feeds on beeswax.

Sample Sentences:

The wax moth caterpillars can cause significant damage to beehives if left uncontrolled.
The beekeeper found wax moth larvae infesting the honeycomb.
It is crucial to maintain proper hive hygiene to prevent wax moths from entering and destroying a colony.

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