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