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nymphs
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As part of this act of atonement, four bulls and four heifers are slaughtered at the sanctuaries of the nymphs, and their bodies are left in a grove.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
1 Apr. 2026 -
The eggs hatch in spring (typically March to May) and nymphs begin feeding on plants.—
Arricca Elin SanSone,
Southern Living,
1 Apr. 2026
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“Larvae.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/larvae. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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