Subfamily Stenomatinae

Meyrick, 1906

Etymology

Stenomatinae: Combines the Greek stenos, meaning “narrow,” and mat, meaning “depressed” or “flat.”

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

Pronunciation

sten-oh-muh-tye-nee

Overview

Stenomatinae is a large subfamily of micro-moths within the family Depressariidae.

Distribution of Subfamily Stenomatinae
Taxonomic Level	Worldwide	North America	Midwestern USA	Indiana
Genera	~41	21	4	4
Species	~1196	216	10	10

Documented Occurrences

This map shows the confirmed sightings of subfamily Stenomatinae 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

Antaeotricha courtesy of Velda Miller and Gonioterma courtesy of Chris Joll.