Subfamily Chrysopeleiinae

Mosher, 1916

Etymology

Chrysopeleiinae: The Greek chryso means “gold,” and in Greek mythology, Chrysopeleia was a woodland spirit called a Hamadryad nymph.

The suffix inae is standard taxonomic nomenclature to indicate that word pertains to a zoological subfamily.

Pronunciation

kry-so-pel-uh-ee-eye-nee

Overview

Chrysopeleiinae is a large subfamily of micro-moths within the family Cosmopterigidae.

Distribution of Subfamily Chrysopeleiinae
Taxonomic Level	Worldwide	North America	Midwestern USA	Indiana
Genera	~19	~12	7	7
Species	~210	104	30	29

Documented Occurrences

This map shows the confirmed sightings of subfamily Chrysopeleiinae in Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).

Photo Credits

Perimede courtesy of Brian Lowry and Walshia courtesy of Chris Joll.