Assara subarcuella
Common NameAssara subarcuella
Scientific NameAssara subarcuella
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPhycitinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, pink
HabitatTropical forests and woodlands, likely associated with its host plants.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Indonesia, Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown specific host plants; larvae of related species may feed on conifers or other woody plants.
Flight PeriodLikely year-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods.
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae of Phycitinae are often internal feeders, boring into stems, fruits, or seeds of their host plants.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size, slender body, and the specific pattern of mottled brown/grey/pinkish forewings with a pale costal stripe. Definitive species identification often requires examination of genitalic structures.
Description
A small, slender moth characterized by its mottled brown and grey forewings, featuring a distinct pale stripe along the costa and subtle reddish-pinkish scaling.
