aegeriid

/ˌeɪɡəriːˈɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A subfamily of moths, particularly in the family Erebidae, known for their nocturnal behavior and varied colors.

“The entomologist studied the aegeriid moths that inhabited the region.”

Synonyms

  • erebid
  • moth

Antonyms

  • dayfly
  • diurnal