Tracholena sulfurosa
Common NameTracholena sulfurosa
Scientific NameTracholena sulfurosa
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)12.5
Primary Colorswhite, grey, brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with native vegetation
Geographic RangeSoutheastern Australia
Host PlantsNot specifically documented, likely various native trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodSpring to autumn (September to April in Australia)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae of Tortricidae are often leaf-rollers or borers in plant stems or fruits.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the sharp demarcation between the pale basal and dark mottled distal halves of the forewings, along with its small size and typical Tortricid resting posture.
Description
A small moth characterized by its forewings, which are pale whitish-grey on the basal half and dark grey-brown with mottled patterns on the distal half, creating a distinct bicolored appearance.
