moths (general)

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Scope note
General term for various members of the order Lepidoptera, typically those distinguished from butterflies by being nocturnal and having less colorful wings. Since moths are not a monophyletic group, they cannot be placed together in a scientific taxon.
moths
Accepted term: 29-Apr-2024