saturniid
/səˈtɜrniɪd/
noun
- A moth belonging to the family Saturniidae, which includes large, often colorful species such as the emperor moth and the luna moth.
- Many saturniid species are known for their distinctive eye-like patterns on their wings.
- The saturniid emerged from its cocoon with striking orange and blue wings.
- We spotted a large saturniid resting on the tree trunk during our hike.