The Drepanidae belong to the Superfamily Drepanoidea. These are medium-sized, broad-winged moths with short bodies. The proboscis is reduced in size or absent. Larvae pupate in cocoons on the ground, sheltered by fallen leaves. Larvae lack rear legs.
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Description of Drepanidae
The Drepanidae belong to the Superfamily Drepanoidea. These are medium-sized, broad-winged moths with short bodies. The proboscis is reduced in size or absent. Larvae pupate in cocoons on the ground, sheltered by fallen leaves. Larvae lack rear legs.