Rufidiscalis Azochis Moth
Common NameRufidiscalis Azochis Moth
Scientific NameAzochis rufidiscalis
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyEpipaschiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorspale blue, white, dark brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeMexico, Central America (e.g., Costa Rica, Panama), and parts of South America
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees or shrubs
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, possibly year-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae of this subfamily often bore into stems or feed on the leaves of various plants.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive mottled pattern of dark brown/black on a pale, iridescent bluish-white background of the forewings, and its relatively small size. Specific markings, such as the discal spot and costal patches, are important for species identification.
Description
A small moth with pale, iridescent bluish-white forewings heavily marked with irregular dark brown and black patches, particularly along the costa and termen. The body is slender and mottled brown.
