Neumichtis saliaris
Common NameNeumichtis saliaris
Scientific NameNeumichtis saliaris
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyNoctuinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, tan, white
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, urban areas
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia (New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, grasses
Flight PeriodMarch to August (Autumn and Winter in Australia)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are ground-dwelling cutworms feeding on various plants before pupating in the soil.
Identification TipsLook for the mottled brown, bark-like forewing pattern, robust body, and the characteristic small white spot on the forewing, especially when at rest.
Description
A robust, medium-sized moth with highly cryptic, mottled brown forewings featuring darker markings and often a small, distinct white spot near the tornus.
