Heterocnephes lymphatalis
Scientific NameHeterocnephes lymphatalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Primary Colorsdark brown, orange, white, iridescent blue
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely grasses or herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, or seasonally
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, adult. Larvae are typically herbivorous.
Identification TipsKey features include the dark brown base color with bright orange-yellow forewing patches, the unique white wavy markings on the hindwings, and the small iridescent blue spot near the forewing apex.
Description
A small moth with dark brown wings, featuring prominent orange-yellow patches on the forewings, distinctive white wavy markings on the hindwings, and a small iridescent blue spot near the forewing apex.
