No common name found
Common NameNo common name found
Scientific NameDiastema cnossia
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyNoctuinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, dark brown, metallic bronze
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSouth America (e.g., Brazil, Peru)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely polyphagous on herbaceous plants or trees
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout the year in tropical regions; specific period unknown
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically nocturnal feeders.
Identification TipsKey features include the intricate cryptic pattern of brown and grey forewings, the distinct dark median band, and wavy subterminal lines, along with the overall shape typical of Noctuidae moths.
Description
A medium-sized moth with cryptically patterned forewings, displaying a complex mix of brown, grey, and dark brown markings, including prominent dark bands and wavy lines, with some iridescent scales.
