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Frosmoth seems to be based on members of the {{wp|Gynaephora}} genus of alpine or Arctic moths. One particular species, the {{wp|arctic woolly bear moth}}, can enter a dormant state that allows it to endure temperatures as low as {{tt|-158 degrees Fahrenheit|-70 degrees Celsius}}. | Frosmoth seems to be based on members of the {{wp|Gynaephora}} genus of alpine or Arctic moths. One particular species, the {{wp|arctic woolly bear moth}}, can enter a dormant state that allows it to endure temperatures as low as {{tt|-158 degrees Fahrenheit|-70 degrees Celsius}}. | ||
Considering its large size and green-hued Shiny palette, it may also be inspired by the {{wp|Actias}} genus of {{wp|Saturniinae|giant silk moths}}. This may be further supported by the fact that its wings have elongated tails and resemble translucent white {{wp|silk}} fabric. Frosmoth may also draw some inspiration from fluffy {{wp|flannel moths}}, some of which are white. | Considering its large size and green-hued Shiny palette, it may also be inspired by the {{wp|Actias}} genus of {{wp|Saturniinae|giant silk moths}}, more specifically the {{wp|luna moth}}, seeing as how its evolution takes place at night. {{wp. This may be further supported by the fact that its wings have elongated tails and resemble translucent white {{wp|silk}} fabric. Frosmoth may also draw some inspiration from fluffy {{wp|flannel moths}}, some of which are white. | ||
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