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Preferred term

lepidopteran  

Definition

  • A large order of scaly-winged insects, including the butterflies, skippers, and moths; adults are characterized by two pairs of membranous wings and sucking mouthparts, featuring a prominent, coiled proboscis.

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http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/4777

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