Neolepidoptera
- Pronunciation
- /neo-LEH-pid-OP-ter-a/
- Category
- Taxonomy
- Singular
- Neolepidopteran
- Plural
- Neolepidoptera
Definition
A proposed taxonomic group within the Lepidoptera that separates certain advanced moths from more primitive ones.
Etymology
From Greek 'neos', meaning 'new', and 'lepidoptera' (meaning 'scale wings').
Example
The Neolepidoptera classification aims to reflect the evolutionary relationships among different groups of moths and butterflies.