Agathodes designalis
Common NameAgathodes designalis
Scientific NameAgathodes designalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, reddish-brown, cream, purple
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, orchards, and gardens where Ficus species are present.
Geographic RangeTropical and subtropical Asia, parts of Africa, and Australia.
Host PlantsFicus carica, Ficus religiosa, Ficus benghalensis, Ficus elastica, Streblus asper
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions; warmer months in subtropical areas.
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are leaf rollers or borers, primarily feeding on Ficus species, and pupate in cocoons often found in leaf litter or soil.
Identification TipsLook for its distinctive triangular resting shape, the prominent dark purplish-brown band on the forewings, and its association with fig trees.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its triangular resting posture and forewings that display a complex pattern of reddish-brown, pale brown, and cream, accented by a distinct dark purplish-brown band across the middle.
