Agathiphagoidea
- Pronunciation
- /ag-a-THIP-uh-goe-ee-ay/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Agathiphagoid
- Plural
- Agathiphagoidea
Definition
A superfamily of small moths belonging to the order Lepidoptera. They are characterized by their small size, short labial palpi, and rudimentary chewing mouthparts.
Etymology
From Greek 'Agathos', meaning 'good', and 'Phagos', meaning 'eater'.
Example
The Agathiphagoidea are considered a basal group within the Lepidoptera.