Orthospila tigrina
Common NameOrthospila tigrina
Scientific NameOrthospila tigrina
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorsorange, white, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Java, Malaysia, Philippines)
Host PlantsUnknown
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult stages. Larvae feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the broad, wavy orange-yellow and white transverse bands across both forewings and hindwings, and the single prominent black discal spot on each forewing. The antennae are filiform with distinct black and white banding.
Description
A small moth characterized by its striking orange-yellow and white striped wings, featuring a prominent black discal spot on each forewing. The body is slender and yellowish.
