Orthaga seminivea
Common NameOrthaga seminivea
Scientific NameOrthaga seminivea
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorswhite, black, brown
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Philippines)
Host Plantsvarious forest trees, Shorea species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, likely a leaf-feeder on forest trees), pupa, and adult.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive high-contrast mottled pattern of white and dark brown/black on the forewings, especially the wavy dark subterminal line and the overall speckled appearance. Prominent labial palps are also characteristic of the family.
Description
A small moth with mottled white and dark brown forewings, characterized by irregular dark bands and speckles, and a distinct wavy subterminal line. The head and thorax are also mottled.
