Blenina donans
Scientific NameBlenina donans
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyBleninae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, black
HabitatLowland forests
Geographic RangeBorneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, Blenina donans undergoes complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult stages. Larvae feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive cryptic grey and brown mottling combined with sharp, jagged black lines across the forewings, which are highly effective for camouflage against tree bark.
Description
This moth exhibits forewings mottled with various shades of grey and brown, featuring prominent, jagged black transverse lines that create a highly cryptic pattern, allowing it to blend seamlessly with tree bark.
