fireworm
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editfireworm (plural fireworms)
- The larva of any of several tortricid moths (family Tortricidae).
- The larva of a small tortricid moth that feeds on cranberry leaves, giving the plant a burnt look; the cranberry worm.
- The bearded fireworm, Hermodice carunculata, a species of polychaete in family Amphinomidae, which may cause pain if touched.
- The golden fireworm, Chloeia flava, a species of polychaete.
Hyponyms
edit- (family): List of Tortricidae genera on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
Translations
editlarva of a tortricid moth
bearded fireworm
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golden fireworm
References
edit- Tortricidae on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
- Amphinomidae on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
- Tortricidae on Wikispecies.Wikispecies
- Chloeia flava on Wikispecies.Wikispecies