Salma nephelodes
Common NameSalma nephelodes
Scientific NameSalma nephelodes
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyCrambinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsblack, white, grey
HabitatGrassy areas, meadows, open woodlands, fields
Geographic RangeAustralia (Queensland, New South Wales)
Host Plantsgrasses
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, active throughout warmer months
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically grass feeders, pupating in the soil or within plant debris.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its small size and the distinctive, highly variegated black, white, and grey forewing pattern, which helps it blend into its environment.
Description
A small moth with forewings displaying a highly mottled and cryptic pattern of black, white, and grey scales, providing excellent camouflage against bark or other textured surfaces.
