Momphinae

Pronunciation

How to pronounce Momphinae: //mʌmˈfɪniː//

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Summary

The Momphidae, or mompha moths, is a family of moths with some 115 described species. References to the classification of Momphinae vary among entomologists.

Physical Characteristics

Mompha moths tend to be rather small with a wingspan of up to 21 mm. The wings are held folded over the body at rest.

Distribution

46 species in 2 genera in North America listed at All-Leps.

Ecosystem Role

The larvae are concealed feeders, either as leaf miners or within seeds or stems.

Evolution

Family was described by Gottlieb August Wilhelm Herrich-Schäffer in 1857. Classification differences exist, with some considering it a separate family and others a subfamily of Coleophoridae.

Tags

• Momphidae
• Lepidoptera
• moths
• North America
• Momphinae