Eucalyptus Moth
Common NameEucalyptus Moth
Scientific NameCapusa cuculloides
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyPantheinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, black
HabitatEucalyptus forests, woodlands, urban areas with eucalyptus trees
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia (New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania)
Host PlantsEucalyptus species
Flight PeriodFebruary to May (late summer to autumn in Australia)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically hairy and feed on eucalyptus leaves. They pupate in a cocoon, often in leaf litter or soil, before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive mottled grey and white forewing pattern, which mimics lichen or bark. Its robust body and association with Eucalyptus trees are key indicators.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey and white forewings, featuring indistinct darker transverse lines and a small discal spot, providing excellent camouflage against tree bark.
