Triangular-striped moth
Common NameTriangular-striped moth
Scientific NameTrigonodes hyppasia
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, cream, grey
HabitatOpen woodlands, gardens, disturbed areas, agricultural fields
Geographic RangeAfrica, Asia, Australia, Pacific Islands
Host PlantsAcacia, Cajanus, Glycine, Indigofera, Medicago, Phaseolus, Vigna
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, seasonal in subtropical areas
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar) feeding on legumes, pupa, and adult moth.
Identification TipsIts unique triangular resting posture and the bold cream 'X' or triangular stripes on dark brown forewings are highly distinctive, making it easy to identify.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a distinctive triangular resting posture, featuring dark brown wings marked with prominent cream-colored stripes forming an 'X' pattern, bordered by lighter grey-brown margins.
