Giant hooktip moths
- Pronunciation
- /GI-ant HOOK-tip MO-ths/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Giant hooktip moth
- Plural
- Giant hooktip moths
Definition
A group of moths in the family Drepanidae, known for their distinctive hook-shaped wingtips.
Etymology
From the descriptive term 'giant' and 'hooktip', referring to the large, hooked wingtips of these moths.
Example
Giant hooktip moths are known for their large size and distinctive hook-shaped wingtips.