What is another word for Malacosoma Disstria?
Pronunciation: [mˌalɐkəsˈə͡ʊmə dɪstɹˈɪə] (IPA) 
Malacosoma Disstria refers to a species of moth commonly known as the forest tent caterpillar. The species belongs to the family Lasiocampidae and is prevalent in North America. The forest tent caterpillar primarily feeds on deciduous trees such as birch, oak, and maple. Synonyms for this species include the eastern tent caterpillar, hickory tent caterpillar, and the white-margined moth. These synonyms refer to related species within the same family and with similar physical characteristics. The moth has a short lifespan of around two weeks and is often considered a pest due to the damage it causes to trees during its feeding process.
