No widely accepted common name
Common NameNo widely accepted common name
Scientific NameRavanoa xiphialis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorscream, light brown, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeMadagascar
Host PlantsUnknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in suitable climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis with egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Specific details for this species are not well documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its specific pattern of wavy dark brown lines on a pale ground color, particularly the prominent markings on the forewings. The overall shape and size are typical of many Crambidae moths.
Description
A small moth with creamy-white to light brown wings marked with distinct, wavy, dark brown transverse lines and bands. The head and thorax are also light brown.
