Heliocosma argyroleuca
Scientific NameHeliocosma argyroleuca
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPhycitinae
Wingspan (mm)19
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorscreamy white, brown, tan
HabitatLikely open woodlands, grasslands, or areas with host plants in its range.
Geographic RangeAustralia (e.g., Queensland, New South Wales)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various herbaceous plants or grasses
Flight PeriodThroughout warmer months, possibly multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically concealed feeders.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive creamy white and brown diagonal banding on the forewings, its small size, and the prominent snout-like palps characteristic of Pyralidae moths.
Description
A small moth with creamy white forewings featuring prominent diagonal brown bands and streaks, and dark brown scaling along the termen. The head and thorax are also creamy white.
