Syllepte taiwanalis
Common NameSyllepte taiwanalis
Scientific NameSyllepte taiwanalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, black
HabitatForests, woodlands, and vegetated areas
Geographic RangeTaiwan, East Asia
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, or warmer months
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae typically feed on the leaves of host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive pattern of dark brown, somewhat rectangular blotches on a pale background across both forewings and hindwings, and its overall size typical of a Crambid moth.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, rounded wings featuring a striking pattern of irregular dark brown blotches and bands on a pale cream to light brown ground color. The body is slender and matches the wing coloration.
