Pterophorus innotatalis
Common NamePterophorus innotatalis
Scientific NamePterophorus innotatalis
FamilyPterophoridae
SubfamilyPterophorinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorslight brown, tan
HabitatGrasslands, meadows, open areas, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, parts of Asia
Host PlantsHelichrysum italicum, Helichrysum stoechas
Flight PeriodMay to June, August to October (bivoltine)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on species of Helichrysum, often boring into stems or feeding on leaves and flowers. Pupation occurs on the host plant.
Identification TipsKey features include the characteristic plume moth wing structure (deeply cleft), the uniform pale brown coloration, and the distinctive resting posture with wings spread wide. Differentiation from closely related species may require microscopic examination.
Description
A small, slender plume moth characterized by its pale, uniform light brown or tan coloration and deeply cleft, feather-like wings. It typically rests with its wings held out horizontally at right angles to its body.
