Family Drepanidae — Hooktip and False Owlet Moths

Meyrick, 1895

Etymology

Drepan: Derived from the Greek word drepanon meaning “sickle.”

The suffix idae is standard taxonomic nomenclature to indicate that the word is a zoological family.

Pronunciation

dreh-pahn-eye-dee

Overview

Drepanidae is a cosmopolitan family of moths that consist of the “hooktips” and the “false outlets.” Drepanidae are found on six continents.

Distribution of Family Drepanidae
Taxonomic Level	Worldwide	North America	Midwestern USA	Indiana
Subfamilies	3	2	2	2
Genera	~104	9-10	7-8	7
Species	~743	24	9	7-8

Documented Occurrences

This map shows the confirmed sightings of the family Drepanidae 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

Drepaninae courtesy of Chris Joll. Thyatirinae courtesy of Dan McCord.