African skipper moths

Pronunciation
/af-ri-kan ski-per mo-ths/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
African skipper moth
Plural
African skipper moths

Definition

Certain species of moths endemic to Africa, often confused with skipper butterflies due to their swift flight.

Etymology

From the African geographic distribution and their resemblance to the swift flight of true skippers.

Example

African skipper moths are found in various habitats across Africa.

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