Anthracite Moth
Common NameAnthracite Moth
Scientific NameEuplocamus anthracinalis
FamilyTineidae
SubfamilyEuplocaminae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, cream, orange
HabitatDeciduous woodlands, forests
Geographic RangeCentral and Southern Europe, parts of Asia Minor
Host Plantsdecaying wood, fungi, lichens
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are detritivores, feeding on decaying wood, fungi, and lichens, often constructing silken tunnels or cases within their food source.
Identification TipsLook for its striking black and cream spotted wings combined with the bright orange-yellow head and thorax. Its relatively robust build for a Tineid moth also aids identification.
Description
This is a small to medium-sized moth characterized by its glossy black wings adorned with numerous irregular cream or white spots. Its head and parts of the thorax are covered in distinctive orange-yellow hairs.
