Eublemma candidana
Common NameEublemma candidana
Scientific NameEublemma candidana
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyAcontiinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, brown, cream
HabitatDry, warm areas, garrigue, maquis, rocky slopes
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East, parts of Asia
Host PlantsHelichrysum
Flight PeriodMay to October
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on the flowers and seeds of *Helichrysum* species. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size and the distinctive pattern of broad, wavy brown bands on a white or creamy-white background on the forewings.
Description
A small moth with creamy-white forewings prominently marked with broad, irregular, wavy brown bands. The head and thorax are also white.
