Albidalis Snout Moth
Common NameAlbidalis Snout Moth
Scientific NameHypsopygia albidalis
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Primary Colorspale grey-brown, reddish-brown
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, areas with decaying organic matter
Geographic RangeCentral and Southern Europe, parts of Asia
Host Plantsdecaying organic matter, fungi, dead leaves
Flight PeriodJune to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae typically feed on decaying plant material, fungi, or detritus.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, the overall pale grey-brown coloration of the wings, and the contrasting reddish-brown head and anterior thorax.
Description
A small moth with pale grey-brown, somewhat mottled forewings and a distinctive reddish-brown head and thorax.
