Metarbelidae
- Pronunciation
- /met-ar-BEHL-ih-dee/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Metarbelid
- Plural
- Metarbelids
Definition
A family of small, slender, nocturnal moths characterized by their long, narrow wings and often brightly colored patterns.
Etymology
From Greek 'meta-', meaning 'after', and 'arbelos', meaning 'knife', referencing the slender shape of the moths.
Example
Metarbelids are known for their distinctive wing patterns, often featuring intricate designs.