Giant Wood Moth
Common NameGiant Wood Moth
Scientific NameEndoxyla lituratus
FamilyCossidae
SubfamilyCossinae
Wingspan (mm)130
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white, black
HabitatDry sclerophyll forests, woodlands, mallee
Geographic RangeAustralia (Western Australia, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland)
Host PlantsEucalyptus, Acacia
Flight PeriodNovember to March
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are large, wood-boring grubs that feed internally on host trees for several years before pupating within the tree.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its exceptionally large size, robust body, and highly cryptic bark-like wing pattern, often found resting on tree trunks.
Description
A very large, robust moth with mottled grey-brown and white forewings that provide excellent camouflage against tree bark, and a triangular head.
