Miniature ghost moths

Pronunciation
/min-ee-at-cher ghost moths/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Miniature ghost moth
Plural
Miniature ghost moths

Definition

A group of moths (subfamily Palaeosetinae within the family Exoporia), related to the family Hepialidae, comprising several species primarily found in Asia and Australasia.

Etymology

From the Latin 'mini' meaning 'small', and 'ghost moth' referring to their similarity to larger ghost moths in the related family Hepialidae.

Example

Miniature ghost moths are found in various parts of Asia and Australasia.

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