Hesperiidae

Definition

A family of butterflies commonly known as skippers, belonging to the superfamily Hesperioidea.

Etymology

Named after the Hesperides, the nymphs of evening and golden light of sunset in Greek mythology, likely reflecting their active behavior during dusk.

Example

The Hesperiidae family includes about 4,100 species of skipper butterflies.

Related Terms

• Skipper butterflies
• Hesperioidea