Crocanthes prasinopis
Common NameCrocanthes prasinopis
Scientific NameCrocanthes prasinopis
FamilyLecithoceridae
SubfamilyLecithocerinae
Wingspan (mm)11
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, areas with rich vegetation
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (including India, Sri Lanka, Borneo)
Host PlantsLikely detritivorous or lichenivorous; specific host plants unknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae of this family are typically concealed feeders, often detritivorous, lichenivorous, or fungivorous. Pupation occurs within a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright yellow head and basal forewing contrasting with the dark reddish-brown outer forewing, along with its small size and long antennae.
Description
A small moth characterized by a bright yellow head and thorax. Its forewings are bright yellow at the base, transitioning sharply to a broad, dark reddish-brown or bronze band covering the outer two-thirds, often with a metallic sheen.
