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woolly bear

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun woolly bear has 1 sense
  1. woolly bear, woolly bear caterpillar - caterpillar of numerous moths characterized by a dense coat of woolly hairs; feed on plants and some are destructive pests
    --1 is a kind of caterpillar
    --1 has particulars: woolly bear moth

Definitions from the Web

Term: Woolly Bear

Description:

Woolly bear refers to the caterpillar stage of the pyrrharctia isabella, commonly known as the Isabella tiger moth. These fuzzy caterpillars are characterized by their black and reddish-brown bands. "Woolly bear" can also refer to other hairy caterpillars belonging to different species.

Sample Sentences:

  • The children marveled at the fluffy appearance of the woolly bear caterpillars they found in the garden.
  • The woolly bear wriggled across the path, making its way towards the safety of the foliage.
  • We learned about the life cycle of the Isabella tiger moth, starting with its woolly bear stage.
  • During autumn, woolly bears are often seen crossing roads as they search for a suitable place to hibernate.

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