Aethaloessa calidalis
Scientific NameAethaloessa calidalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, dark brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, gardens, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Borneo, China, Japan, Taiwan), Australia (Queensland)
Host PlantsFicus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae feed on Ficus species, developing through several instars before pupating. Adults are typically nocturnal.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking orange and dark blotched wing pattern, small size, and the white fringe on the hindwings. The overall coloration and pattern are quite unique within its range.
Description
A small, vibrantly colored moth featuring bright orange wings heavily marked with irregular dark brown to black blotches, and a distinct white fringe along the hindwing margins. Its body is also patterned with orange and dark markings.
