Celypha Moth
Common NameCelypha Moth
Scientific NameCelypha sp.
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)19
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, black, orange, cream
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, gardens, grasslands
Geographic RangeEurope, Asia, North America
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, shrubs
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae typically feed on a wide range of herbaceous plants and shrubs, often rolling leaves or boring into stems. They pupate within a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive mottled brown and orange wing pattern, small size, and often noticeable green eyes. The resting posture with wings folded flat over the body is typical for many Tortricidae.
Description
A small moth characterized by its highly cryptic, mottled wing pattern featuring shades of brown, black, orange, and cream, with prominent green eyes and a hairy head.
