Read about related Lepidoptera by using the "Forward" and "Backward" device icons. The moth members of this Order of insects include a large number of diverse families. Moth groups include micro moths, leaf miners, clothes moths, plume moths, ermine moths, burnets, geometrids, silk moths, sphinx moths, tiger moths, wasp moths, noctuids, underwings and many others.

Tussock Moth Genus species Lepidoptera Lymantriidae Insects usual alien demeanor is often softened by adaptational features. In this case the endearing and almost human-like characteristics of this extremely hairy moth, make it more relatable. Several insect inspired characters including Jimminy Cricket have taken on rolls as teachers. Rodney Matthews, a masterful fantasy illustrator, used a similar moth to promote a folk-rock band appropriately named Tiger Moth. View the Index of Orders View Complete Photo List Ants, Bees & Wasps Butterflies & Moths Flies Beetles Lacewings & Antlions Leafhoppers & Cicadas True Bugs Cockroaches Praying Mantids Grasshoppers, Crickets Walking Sticks Dragonflies & Damselflies Mayflies Non-Insects