Micropterigoidea

Pronunciation
/mi-kroh-TER-i-goy-dee-uh/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Micropterigoidea
Plural
Micropterigoidea

Definition

A superfamily of insects in the order Lepidoptera, known for their primitive features including mandibulate (chewing) mouthparts in adults.

Full guide

Read the full Micropterigoidea guide for identification, examples, and taxonomy.

Etymology

From Greek 'mikro-', meaning 'small', and 'pterigo-', meaning 'wing'.

Example

Micropterigoidea are considered to be one of the most primitive groups of moths due to their unique characteristics.

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