Hedylidae

Pronunciation
/HE-di-li-dee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Hedylid
Plural
Hedylids

Definition

A family of moths known as 'butterfly-moths', often characterized by their diurnal behavior and association with forests rather than aquatic habitats.

Etymology

From Greek 'hedy', meaning 'sweet' or 'pleasant'.

Example

Hedylid moths exhibit unique features that distinguish them from other moth families.

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