Noctuites

Noctuites is an obsolete or archaic term referring to nocturnal moths, particularly those belonging to the family Noctuidae. Historically, entomologists used "Noctuites" as a broader grouping for moths that were primarily active at night. However, modern classifications have largely abandoned this term in favor of more precise taxonomic divisions based on evolutionary relationships and morphological characteristics. The term may still occasionally appear in older literature or historical contexts relating to the study of moths. While "Noctuidae" remains a valid family, the collective term "Noctuites" is generally considered outdated and lacks scientific rigor in current entomological practice.