Piletocera macroperalis
Common NamePiletocera macroperalis
Scientific NamePiletocera macroperalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas, and gardens.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Indonesia), Australia (Queensland).
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various herbaceous plants or grasses
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple generations
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically herbivorous, feeding on host plants.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, mottled brown coloration, and especially the long, upturned labial palpi that give it a 'snout' appearance. The wavy transverse lines on the forewings are also characteristic.
Description
A small, mottled brown moth characterized by its prominent, upturned labial palpi forming a snout. Its forewings display wavy darker brown lines and patches, providing a cryptic appearance, while the hindwings are lighter with a darker terminal band.
