"polka-dot wasp moth" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: polka-dot wasp moths [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} polka-dot wasp moth (plural polka-dot wasp moths)
  1. A species of erebid moth, Syntomeida epilais. It has white polka-dots on its wings, mimicking a dangerous wasp, while in fact being a harmless moth. Categories (lifeform): Moths Synonyms: oleander moth
    Sense id: en-polka-dot_wasp_moth-en-noun-sF8zX3GF Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries

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