Beara tortriciformis
Scientific NameBeara tortriciformis
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyChloephorinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical lowland forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines)
Host PlantsDipterocarpaceae (e.g., Shorea, Dipterocarpus)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates (multiple generations)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on specific forest trees before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the pale greyish-brown forewings, the presence of a prominent black discal spot, and a sometimes visible darker central fascia. Its small size and Southeast Asian range are also indicative.
Description
A small moth with pale greyish-brown forewings, often featuring a darker, diffuse central band and a distinct black discal spot. Hindwings are typically paler, ranging from whitish to light grey.
