family Arctiidae

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A family of moths: "family Arctiidae" is the scientific name for a taxonomic family of moths commonly known as tiger moths. These insects are typically characterized by their often brightly colored and patterned wings.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The garden's ecosystem supports several species from the family Arctiidae.
    • His research focuses on the larval stages of the family Arctiidae.
Advanced Usage
  • In taxonomic context: Used in scientific literature to classify and discuss this specific group of lepidopterans.
    • The phylogenetic study placed the new genus firmly within the family Arctiidae.
Variants and Related Words
  • Arctiid (noun): A common name for any moth belonging to the family Arctiidae.
    • An arctiid was attracted to the porch light.
  • Tiger moth (noun): The widespread common name for many species in this family.
    • The woolly bear caterpillar will become a tiger moth, a member of the family Arctiidae.
Synonyms
  • Tiger moths: The common name for the group.
  • Arctiids: An informal term for members of this family.
Related Terms
  • Lepidoptera: The insect order containing butterflies and moths, which includes the family Arctiidae.
  • Noctuoidea: The superfamily to which the family Arctiidae belongs.
Noun
  1. tiger moths

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