Neocalyptis affinisana
Common NameNeocalyptis affinisana
Scientific NameNeocalyptis affinisana
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyTortricinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, gray, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, agricultural areas, orchards
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan, Taiwan, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines), Australia
Host PlantsCamellia sinensis, Citrus, Mangifera indica, Litchi chinensis, Psidium guajava
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are polyphagous, often feeding as leaf-rollers or borers on a wide variety of host plants, including many economically important crops.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive cryptic pattern of mottled browns and grays on the forewings, often with a darker, somewhat triangular patch near the costa. Its small size and typical Tortricidae resting posture (wings held somewhat flat or roof-like) are also characteristic.
Description
A small moth with mottled brown and gray forewings, featuring irregular darker transverse bands and patches that provide excellent camouflage against bark or leaves.
