Sphingidae (Noun)
Meaning
Hawkmoths.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The Sphingidae family, commonly known as hawkmoths, comprises over 1,400 species of moths found worldwide.
- Hawkmoths in the Sphingidae family are known for their impressive size and striking color patterns.
- The Sphingidae family is divided into several subfamilies, including the Macroglossinae and the Sphinginae.
- Some species of Sphingidae, such as the luna moth and the polyphemus moth, are prized by collectors for their beautiful wings.
- The caterpillars of Sphingidae moths are often referred to as hornworms due to the distinctive horn-like protrusion on their rear end.