Cnethodonta grisescens
Common NameCnethodonta grisescens
Scientific NameCnethodonta grisescens
FamilyNotodontidae
SubfamilyNotodontinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black
HabitatForests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEast Asia (Japan, Korea, China)
Host Plantsdeciduous trees
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae feed on deciduous tree leaves, pupating in the soil or leaf litter before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall mottled grey appearance, the specific pattern of dark markings on the forewings, and its typical Notodontidae resting posture with wings held roof-like.
Description
A medium-sized, cryptically colored moth with mottled grey and white forewings, featuring subtle dark speckles and a few prominent black dashes.
