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.

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.

Related Terms