Zygaenidae
insect family
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The Zygaenidae are a family of moths that includes foresters and burnet moths. These moths are often brightly colored and fly during the day. A specific example is the European burnet moth (Zygaena filipendula), which is known for the crimson spots on its wings. The name Zygaenidae comes from the Greek word "zygaina," meaning hammerhead shark.123
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