microlepidopteran

Example:The researchers studied the classification of the family Microlepidoptera in the genus Earias, which consists of several microlepidopteran species.

Definition:A family of small moths that includes several subfamilies of Lepidoptera. These moths are characterized by their small size and diverse habitats.

Example:Monitoring the diets of birds in the forest might reveal which microlepidopteran larvae they consume, aiding in understanding their importance as a food source.

Definition:The immature stages of microlepidopteran organisms, which are often difficult to distinguish from those of other moth species due to their small size and diverse appearance.