Celtis Selepa
Common NameCeltis Selepa
Scientific NameSelepa celtis
FamilyEuteliidae
SubfamilyEuteliinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, grey
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeAfrica, India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, Australia
Host PlantsCeltis, Trema, Aphananthe
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green or brownish, feeding on the leaves of host plants such as Celtis. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled brown forewings with distinct dark reniform (kidney-shaped) spots and the characteristic tufts of scales on the head and thorax.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown and grey forewings, featuring prominent dark kidney-shaped spots and wavy transverse lines, providing excellent camouflage.
