Mango Shoot Borer
Common NameMango Shoot Borer
Scientific NameParotis punctiferalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsgreen, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical agricultural areas, especially mango orchards
Geographic RangeTropical and subtropical Asia, Australia, parts of Africa
Host PlantsMangifera indica, Litchi chinensis, Anacardium occidentale
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, larvae bore into shoots or web leaves to feed, and pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright green wings, the dark marginal line on the forewings, and the small black discal spot to identify this species.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its vibrant lime-green wings, often with a thin dark line along the forewing margins and a small black discal spot on each forewing.
