Lecithocera terrigena
Common NameLecithocera terrigena
Scientific NameLecithocera terrigena
FamilyLecithoceridae
SubfamilyLecithocerinae
Wingspan (mm)14
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsdark brown, black
HabitatTropical forests and woodlands
Geographic RangeSri Lanka
Host PlantsUnknown; larvae of related species feed on dead leaves, detritus, fungi, or lichens
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically concealed feeders, often on decaying plant matter or fungi.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, uniformly dark forewings, and long, slender antennae. Definitive identification often requires examination of genitalic structures.
Description
A small, slender moth with uniformly dark brown to black forewings and body, and long, pale, filiform antennae.
