Golden-brown Tubic
Common NameGolden-brown Tubic
Scientific NameTinea semifulvella
FamilyTineidae
SubfamilyTineinae
Wingspan (mm)14
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsbrown, golden-yellow
HabitatWoodlands, gardens, parks, often near human habitation
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantsdecaying organic matter, fungi, bird nests, animal detritus
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are detritivores, feeding on various decaying organic materials and constructing silken tubes within their food source; pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the plain golden-brown forewings, the prominent golden-yellow head, and its relatively broad wings for a Tineid moth.
Description
A small moth with uniform golden-brown forewings and a distinctive bright golden-yellow tuft of scales on its head.
