Euphiltra eroticella
Common NameEuphiltra eroticella
Scientific NameEuphiltra eroticella
FamilyOecophoridae
SubfamilyOecophorinae
Wingspan (mm)12
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, white, dark brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, areas with decaying vegetation
Geographic RangeAustralia
Host Plantsdetritus, fungi, lichen
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in suitable climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically concealed feeders, often on decaying plant matter or fungi.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive banded pattern of orange-brown, white, and dark brown on the forewings, combined with its small size typical of microlepidoptera.
Description
A small moth characterized by its forewings displaying prominent, broad bands of orange-brown, white, and dark brown or black, with a pale head.
