Chezala privatella
Common NameChezala privatella
Scientific NameChezala privatella
FamilyOecophoridae
SubfamilyOecophorinae
Wingspan (mm)14
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with native Australian vegetation.
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia (New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely native Australian flora or detritus
Flight PeriodSeptember to April
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically concealed feeders, often found in leaf litter, decaying wood, or within plant tissues. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size (12-16mm wingspan), overall mottled brown coloration, and the distinctive snout-like appearance created by its prominent labial palps. Its endemic range in southeastern Australia is also a crucial identifier.
Description
A small, slender moth characterized by its uniform mottled brown forewings, a somewhat pointed head with prominent upward-curving labial palps, and simple antennae.
