Drasteria caucasica
Common NameDrasteria caucasica
Scientific NameDrasteria caucasica
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black
HabitatDry, rocky areas, steppes, open woodlands
Geographic RangeCaucasus region (e.g., Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Russia)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, legumes (Fabaceae)
Flight PeriodMay to August
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall cryptic grey-brown coloration and the distinctive, wavy dark line across the forewing, often with a darker band towards the outer margin.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey-brown forewings featuring a prominent, wavy, dark postmedial line and a darker brown subterminal band, providing excellent camouflage.
