Delexocha ochrocausta
Common NameDelexocha ochrocausta
Scientific NameDelexocha ochrocausta
FamilyOecophoridae
SubfamilyOecophorinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, dark-grey
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with native Australian vegetation.
Geographic RangeAustralia (New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia)
Host Plantsdecaying plant matter, leaf litter, lichen
Flight PeriodActive during warmer months, possibly multi-brooded.
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae of Oecophoridae moths typically feed on decaying plant matter, leaf litter, or lichen. Pupation likely occurs in a cocoon, often within the larval food source.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size, the consistent reddish-brown coloration of the forewings, and the sharply contrasting dark grey to blackish apical patch. The moth typically rests with its wings held flat over its body, characteristic of many Oecophoridae species.
Description
A small moth characterized by uniform reddish-brown forewings that transition to a distinct dark grey or blackish patch at the apex. Its head and thorax are also reddish-brown, blending with the forewing color.
