Superfamily Tineoidea (Noun)
Meaning
Clothes moths; carpet moths; leaf miners.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The superfamily Tineoidea comprises a diverse group of small moths, including clothes moths and carpet moths that are notorious for damaging fabrics.
- The larvae of species within the superfamily Tineoidea are known to feed on a wide range of materials, from keratin in wool and silk to cellulose in paper and book bindings.
- Some species of superfamily Tineoidea have larvae that are leaf miners, creating tunnels and blisters in the leaves of various plant species.
- The superfamily Tineoidea is one of the most ancient lineages of moths, with fossil evidence showing that these moths have remained largely unchanged for millions of years.
- Members of the superfamily Tineoidea are often found in association with fungi, with some species of moths feeding on fungal growths or using fungi to help break down complex organic materials.