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yucca moth

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noun

  1. any of several white moths of the genus Tegeticula that pollinate the yucca plant, the larvae of which develop in the ovary of the plant, consuming some of the seeds.

Etymology

Origin of yucca moth

First recorded in 1890–95

Example Sentences

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But those protections also extend to the wider ecosystem — such as the yucca moth.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2025

On the other hand, Joshua trees rely solely on the yucca moth for pollination.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 15, 2024

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