Definitions

1. noun

a family of moths, often called hawk moths or lichen moths, having a stout body and long, narrow wings and a proboscis that they use to feed on flowers and nectar.

“The sphingidae family of moths is found in tropical regions around the world.”

2. plural noun

a group of moths belonging to the family Sphingidae

“The sphingidae were seen in large numbers near the garden lights.”