Asthenoptycha encratopis
Common NameAsthenoptycha encratopis
Scientific NameAsthenoptycha encratopis
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)14
Primary Colorsmetallic bronze, dark brown, grey
HabitatWoodlands, forests, suburban gardens
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host PlantsAcacia species
Flight PeriodSeptember to April (in Australia)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically leaf-rollers, feeding on the foliage of host plants, particularly Acacia species. Pupation occurs within a silken cocoon, often concealed within a rolled leaf.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive iridescent metallic bronze central band on the forewings, bordered by darker brown areas. Its small size and typical triangular resting posture are also characteristic of the family Tortricidae.
Description
A small moth characterized by forewings with a broad, iridescent metallic bronze or coppery-golden central band, sharply contrasting with dark brown to greyish-brown margins and a dark head and thorax.
