Lepidoptera
- Pronunciation
- /lep-i-DOP-ter-uh/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Lepidopteron
- Plural
- Lepidoptera
Definition
An of that includes and , characterized by their four -covered .
Full guide
Read the full Lepidoptera guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.
Etymology
From Greek 'lepis', meaning '', and 'pteron', meaning ''.
Example
The is a well-known within the Lepidoptera .
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Usage Notes
Lepidoptera is one of the largest of , and it includes a wide diversity of with various and ecological roles.