Lecitholaxa thiodora
Common NameLecitholaxa thiodora
Scientific NameLecitholaxa thiodora
FamilyLecithoceridae
SubfamilyLecithocerinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Primary Colorsochre, brown
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands
Geographic RangeIndia, Sri Lanka
Host PlantsUnknown, likely detritivorous or feeding on various plants
Flight PeriodUnknown, likely multiple broods year-round in tropical regions
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are often concealed feeders, potentially detritivorous or feeding on various plant materials.
Identification TipsDistinguishing features include the specific pattern of dark spots and strigulations on the ochreous-brown forewings, combined with the exceptionally long, slender white antennae.
Description
A small, slender moth characterized by its light ochreous-brown forewings with subtle darker spots and fine streaks, and notably long, prominent white antennae.
