Sufetula hemiophthalma
Common NameSufetula hemiophthalma
Scientific NameSufetula hemiophthalma
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)15
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, cream
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeTropical and subtropical regions (e.g., Southeast Asia, Australia)
Host Plantsvarious plants (specifics often unknown for many small moths)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, specific seasons elsewhere
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae typically feed on plants, though specific host plant details for this species are often unrecorded.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size, overall mottled brown and grey coloration, and the specific pattern of wavy lines and dark spots on the forewings, which can vary slightly.
Description
A small, cryptically colored moth with mottled brown, grey, and cream patterns on its wings, often appearing somewhat triangular when at rest.
