Tortricopsis uncinella
Common NameTortricopsis uncinella
Scientific NameTortricopsis uncinella
FamilyOecophoridae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, dark brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with decaying plant matter in southeastern Australia.
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia, including Tasmania.
Host Plantsdecaying plant matter, fungi, lichens
Flight PeriodOctober to March (Southern Hemisphere spring to autumn)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are likely concealed feeders on decaying plant material, fungi, or lichens.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its relatively plain reddish-brown coloration, the specific shape of its forewings with slightly recurved apices, and the presence of subtle dark spots on the forewings.
Description
A small moth with a wingspan of approximately 15-20mm, characterized by its uniform reddish-brown to orange-brown forewings, each featuring one or two small, indistinct dark spots towards the outer margin and a darker fringe.
