Prototheoridae

Pronunciation
/pro-toh-THEOR-id-ee/
Category
Taxonomy
Singular
Prototheoridae
Plural
Prototheoridae

Definition

A family of moths often referred to as the primitive ghost moths, belonging to the order Lepidoptera.

Etymology

Named after the Greek words 'protos' (first) and 'theoros' (watcher).

Example

Prototheoridae are chiefly found in South Africa and Australia.

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