Aetole fulgida
Common NameAetole fulgida
Scientific NameAetole fulgida
FamilyCosmopterigidae
SubfamilyCosmopteriginae
Wingspan (mm)8
Primary Colorsorange, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeNeotropical region (e.g., Central and South America)
Host PlantsMikania species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically internal feeders, often acting as leaf miners or stem borers on their host plants.
Identification TipsKey features include its minute size, the distinctive orange, black, and white streaked and spotted pattern on the forewings, and its slender body and antennae.
Description
A small moth characterized by its intricate wing pattern of orange-brown, black, and white markings, often with a subtle metallic sheen, and long, slender antennae.
