Schreckensteinioidea is a superfamily in the insect order Lepidoptera containing a single family, Schreckensteiniidae, or "bristle-legged moths", because of the stout spines on the hindlegs.

The life cycle of Schreckensteiniidae moths includes complete metamorphosis with distinct egg, larval, pupal, and adult stages.

Its introduction to Hawaii has helped manage blackberry populations, though care must be taken to monitor potential non-target effects on native flora.

The introduction of species like Schreckensteinia festaliella for biological control purposes requires careful management to avoid unintended ecological consequences.

Studies like Dugdale et al. (1999) have provided comprehensive overviews of their systematics, while ongoing molecular research seeks to better understand their evolutionary relationships within Lepidoptera.