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Pine Processionary-moth

Thaumetopoea pityocampa

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ā€ŗPhylum: Arthropoda ā€ŗClass: Insecta ā€ŗOrder: Lepidoptera ā€ŗFamily: Notodontidae ā€ŗGenus: Thaumetopoea

About

The pine processionary (Thaumetopoea pityocampa) is a moth of the family Thaumetopoeidae. Sometimes placed in the genus Traumatocampa, it is one of the most destructive species to pines and cedars in Central Asia, North Africa and the countries of southern Europe. The urticating hairs of the caterpillar larvae cause harmful reactions in humans and other mammals. The species is notable for the behaviour of its caterpillars, which overwinter in tent-like nests high in pine trees, and...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pine Processionary-moth?
The scientific name of Pine Processionary-moth is Thaumetopoea pityocampa.
What is the conservation status of Pine Processionary-moth?
The Pine Processionary-moth has a conservation status of Extinct.
What kingdom does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the phylum Arthropoda.
What class does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the class Insecta.
What order does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the order Lepidoptera.
What family does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the family Notodontidae.
What genus does Pine Processionary-moth belong to?
Pine Processionary-moth belongs to the genus Thaumetopoea.