Prenesta scyllalis
Common NamePrenesta scyllalis
Scientific NamePrenesta scyllalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, reddish-brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, fields, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSoutheastern United States, Central America, Caribbean
Host PlantsAmbrosia, Eupatorium
Flight PeriodApril to October (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are likely leaf-feeders on Asteraceae host plants.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size and the unique pattern of irregular orange-yellow markings on a reddish-brown background, especially on the forewings.
Description
A small moth characterized by its reddish-brown wings adorned with irregular, bright orange-yellow patches and bands, and an orange-yellow head and thorax.
