👉 In linguistics and ethology, "noctuiform" refers to a group of animals that are predominantly nocturnal or night-dwelling. They typically have four legs (like mammals) and are adapted for sleeping during the day but active at night. This lifestyle is common among many species of birds, reptiles, and mammals. Noctuiforms can be divided into two categories: those that are primarily terrestrial (such as primates or rodents) and those that are primarily aquatic