percoidea

/pərˈkoʊɪdiə/

Definitions

1. noun

a suborder of moths, particularly in the family Noctuidae, that exhibit a characteristic perching or ‘perching’ behavior

“The percoidea suborder of moths is known for its distinctive perching behavior.”

2. adjective

relating to or characteristic of percoidea moths

“The percoidea moth’s perching behavior is a unique adaptation in the insect world.”

Synonyms

  • noctuid moth
  • perching moth

Antonyms

  • gliding moth
  • non-perching insect