Palaephatidae

Definition

A family of moths belonging to the superfamily Incurvarioidea, known as the Gondwanaland moths.

Etymology

Derived from the genus Palaephatus within the family and 'idae', a standard suffix for animal family names.

Example

Palaephatidae are found in South America and Australia.

Related Terms

• Incurvarioidea
• Gondwanaland moths

Usage Notes

Palaephatidae are considered a primitive group of moths with limited fossil record.