Bradina diagonalis
Common NameBradina diagonalis
Scientific NameBradina diagonalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, dark grey, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, New Guinea) and parts of Australia
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various plants or grasses
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with peaks depending on local conditions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically herbivorous.
Identification TipsKey features include the small size, pale whitish-grey wings, and the distinctive pattern of two strong, dark diagonal bands on the forewings, with similar banding on the hindwings.
Description
A small moth with pale whitish-grey wings featuring prominent dark grey to black diagonal bands across both forewings and hindwings.
