wax moth

US /ˈwæks mɔθ/
UK /ˈwæks mɔθ/
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tarma della cera

a moth whose larvae feed on beeswax and honey, often found in beehives, causing damage to the comb and stored honey

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Beekeepers often struggle with infestations of wax moths in their hives.
Gli apicoltori spesso lottano con infestazioni di tarme della cera nei loro alveari.
The larvae of the wax moth can destroy an entire beehive if not controlled.
Le larve della tarma della cera possono distruggere un intero alveare se non controllate.