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ˌpɒl əˈfi məspo·lyphe·mus moth

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  1. polyphemus moth, Antheraea polyphemusnoun

    very large yellowish-brown American silkworm moth with large eyespots on hind wings; larvae feed on fruit and shade trees

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  1. polyphemus moth

    The Polyphemus moth (Antheraea polyphemus) is one of the largest and most distinctive moths found in North America. It is named after Polyphemus, the giant cyclops from Greek mythology, due to its large size and the distinctive eyespots found on its wings, which are used to deter potential predators. The mature moth has a wingspan of up to six inches and its body and wings are characterized by various earthy colors such as brown, tan and pink. The moth, which is part of the Saturniidae family, is nocturnal and has a very short lifespan, typically only living for about a week after it emerges from its cocoon.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of polyphemus moth in Chaldean Numerology is: 7

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of polyphemus moth in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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