Hemiscopis sanguinea
Common NameHemiscopis sanguinea
Scientific NameHemiscopis sanguinea
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyraustinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, dark brown
HabitatForest edges, grasslands, areas with herbaceous vegetation
Geographic RangeAsia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, Southeast Asia)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, Lamiaceae
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout warmer months, varies by region
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically herbivorous, feeding on various herbaceous plants before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its reddish-brown coloration, triangular resting posture, and prominent upturned labial palps. The faint wing markings can also be a key feature.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with reddish-brown forewings, often featuring faint darker transverse lines and a darker terminal band. It has prominent, upturned labial palps.
