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Galactic: From the Greek word galaktikos meaning “milky.”
The suffix oidea is standard taxonomic nomenclature to indicate that word pertains to a zoological superfamily.
Gah-lak-tie-coi-dee-uh
Galacticoidea is a relatively newly recognized superfamily of moths in the order Lepidoptera.
| Distribution of Superfamily Galacticoidea | ||||
| Taxonomic Level | Worldwide | North America | Midwestern USA | Indiana |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Families | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Genera | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Species | ~20 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
This map shows the confirmed sightings of superfamily Galacticoidea in Indiana. All sightings were confirmed through photographic documentation by individuals who contributed to the Great American IN Nature Lepidoptera Project (GAIN LP).
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GAIN LP documented in county. |
Photo courtesy of Dan McCord.
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