Brachodidae
- Pronunciation
- /brə-'kä-də-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Brachodidae
- Plural
- Brachodidae
Definition
A family of moths known as little bear moths, comprising about 140 species, primarily found in tropical regions.
Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'brachys' meaning short and 'odus' meaning tooth, referring to characteristics of the moths in this family.
Example
Brachodidae moths are known for their small size and often cryptic coloration.