Austroniidae

Pronunciation
/aw-STRON-ee-id-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Austroniid
Plural
Austroniidae

Definition

A family of extinct, primitive moths found in amber deposits.

Etymology

Named after the region where the fossil remains were discovered, possibly Australian.

Example

The Austroniidae are considered to be a basal group within the Lepidoptera, providing valuable insights into early moth evolution.

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