Epermeniidae
- Pronunciation
- /eh-per-men-iid-ee-ay/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Epermeniidae
- Plural
- Epermeniidae
Definition
A family of small moths characterized by their fringe-tufted wings. They are part of the superfamily Epermenioidea.
Etymology
Named after the genus *Epermenia*, the type genus of the family.
Example
The Epermeniidae family contains over 100 species of moths found worldwide.