Drepanoidea

The Drepanoidea are a superfamily of moths comprising approximately 700 species worldwide, divided into two families: Drepanidae and Epicopeiidae.1

Drepanidae (Hooktip Moths)

This family includes about 650 species, primarily found in the Indo-Australian region. Many adult hooktip moths have distinctly hooked forewing apexes. Their larvae typically lack the last pair of prolegs. The subfamily Thyatirinae and Epibleminae are sometimes classified as separate families.1

Epicopeiidae (Epicopeiid Moths)

This family consists of 25 species found in Arctic and tropical Asia. These are colorful, day-flying moths that often mimic butterflies and other brightly colored moths, such as those in the Arctiidae family. Their larvae feed on the foliage of woody plants.1

The name "Drepanidae" originates from the Greek word drepanē, meaning "sickle," referring to the hooked shape of the forewings.2