Choreutis achyrodes
Common NameChoreutis achyrodes
Scientific NameChoreutis achyrodes
FamilyChoreutidae
SubfamilyChoreutinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, brown
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented, but likely various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Flight Styledarting
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically leaf-miners or leaf-rollers on their host plants, undergoing complete metamorphosis through pupation to emerge as adults.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall orange-brown coloration, small size, the unique triangular resting posture of the wings, and the faint wavy patterns on the forewings.
Description
A small moth with rich orange-brown forewings featuring subtle, lighter wavy lines, held in a distinctive triangular, roof-like posture over the body at rest. Its head and thorax are also covered in light, fluffy scales.
