Conchylodes nolckenialis
Common NameConchylodes nolckenialis
Scientific NameConchylodes nolckenialis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, black, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (Neotropical region)
Host PlantsNot well documented
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically herbivorous, feeding on host plant foliage.
Identification TipsKey features include the unique pattern of white wings with thick black stripes forming distinct cells, the prominent orange tip of the abdomen, and its relatively small size.
Description
A small moth with striking white wings featuring bold, irregular black transverse bands and a black margin, creating a distinct geometric pattern; its abdomen has a prominent bright orange tip.
