The Greater Wax Moth: Do Your Kids Know This? A Children's Picture Book (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781537545332)

Do you know what a greater wax moth is?

It is an insect that looks like a butterfly. Moths and butterflies are quite related, as they both belong to the Lepidoptera order of insects.

The greater wax moth is also called a honeycomb moth. It is called a honeycomb moth because when it is in its young larvae form it eats honey comb. It also eats dried fruits. Wow! This insect loves sweets!!!

It is interesting to note that this insect is also used by scientists for research purposes. As the hearing system of greater wax moths is also great, this is now being used in tests and experiments too. By studying how the ears of the greater wax moth can process sounds, the results can be used in designing sound systems for humans.

More fascinating information and amazing pictures of the greater wax moth are featured in this book especially made for young learners.