Lepidoptera Geometridae

Lepidoptera (/ ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərə / LEP-ih-DOP-tər-ə) or lepidopterans are an order of winged insects which include butterflies and moths. Lepidoptera, (order Lepidoptera), insect order comprising about 180,000 species of butterflies, moths, and skippers. This order of insects is second in size only to Coleoptera, the beetles. Lepidoptera (moths and butterflies) is the second largest order in the class Insecta. Nearly all lepidopteran larvae are called caterpillars. They have a well-developed head with chewing. Feb 11, 2025 · What is a lepidopteran? Lepidoptera is an order of arthropod insects, more commonly known as butterflies and moths. They are known for their scaly whings which can. About 180,000 species of the Lepidoptera are described, in 126 families and 46 superfamilies, 10 percent of the total described species of living organisms. It is one of the most widespread and.

Lepidoptera (/ ˌlɛpɪˈdɒptərə / LEP-ih-DOP-tər-ə) or lepidopterans is an order of winged insects which includes butterflies and moths.