Nepticuloidea

Definition

A superfamily of tiny leafminer moths, including two families: Nepticulidae and Opostegidae.

Etymology

From Greek 'ne-' meaning 'new' and 'ptilus' meaning 'feather', referring to the small and delicate nature of these moths.

Example

The Nepticuloidea superfamily includes some of the smallest known leafminer moths.

Related Terms

• Leafminer
• Moths