Acontia marmoralis
Common NameAcontia marmoralis
Scientific NameAcontia marmoralis
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyAcontiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorscream, brown, dark brown, olive-green
HabitatOpen woodlands, grasslands, arid and semi-arid regions
Geographic RangeNorth Africa, Arabian Peninsula, parts of Southern Europe (e.g., Spain, Malta)
Host PlantsMalva species, other herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, spring to autumn (or year-round in warmer areas)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are caterpillars that feed on herbaceous plants, pupating in the soil or on host plants before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its unique marbled forewing pattern of cream, various browns, and olive-green spots. Its small size and robust body are typical of the Acontia genus.
Description
A small moth characterized by its highly variegated forewings, featuring a complex pattern of creamy-yellow, reddish-brown, dark brown, and olive-green patches, providing excellent camouflage.
