Schistophleps bipuncta
Common NameSchistophleps bipuncta
Scientific NameSchistophleps bipuncta
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorspale yellow, tan, brown
HabitatTropical lowland forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host Plantsunknown, lichens (likely)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy and may feed on lichens or detritus, pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsKey features include the pale yellowish-tan ground color, the two prominent dark spots on each forewing, and the faint, wavy transverse lines.
Description
A small, pale yellowish-tan moth characterized by two distinct dark brown spots on each forewing and subtle, wavy lighter bands across the wings.
