Stemmatophora borgialis
Common NameStemmatophora borgialis
Scientific NameStemmatophora borgialis
FamilyPyralidae
SubfamilyPyralinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, cream
HabitatWoodlands, scrubland, and gardens
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa
Host Plantsunknown, likely various plant matter or detritus
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically concealed feeders.
Identification TipsKey features include the complex wavy pattern of cream lines on a brown background, the relatively small size, and the prominent, upturned labial palps that form a 'snout'.
Description
A small moth characterized by its mottled brown and dark brown forewings, which display prominent, wavy, cream-colored transverse lines. It possesses distinctive upturned labial palps, giving its head a snout-like appearance.
