Palleopa innotata
Common NamePalleopa innotata
Scientific NamePalleopa innotata
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPhycitinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsbrown, grey
HabitatWoodlands, shrublands, and gardens where host plants are present.
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales).
Host PlantsLikely various native plants, possibly Acacia species
Flight PeriodMultiple generations, active throughout warmer months (e.g., September to May).
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically concealed feeders on their host plants.
Identification TipsKey features include its plain, uniform brownish-grey coloration and the typical Pyralidae resting posture with wings folded somewhat triangularly over the body. Definitive identification often requires microscopic examination of genitalia due to similarity with other Phycitinae species.
Description
A small, slender-bodied moth characterized by its uniformly dull brownish-grey forewings, which often show fine longitudinal striations from the venation, and paler hindwings.
