Auzeinae Uraniinae Microniinae Epipleminae The Uraniidae are a family of moths containing four subfamilies, 90 genera, and roughly 700 species.

[2] Some of the tropical species are known for their bright, butterfly-like colors and are called sunset moths (for example Chrysiridia rhipheus).

Many diurnal species also have iridescent scales and multiple tails, which often led them to be mistaken for butterflies.

In sharp contrast, the nocturnal species are generally small, pale-colored insects.

The Uraniidae are similar to the geometer moths, to which they are related, but a different wing veining pattern distinguishes them.