Two-spotted Mea Moth
Common NameTwo-spotted Mea Moth
Scientific NameMea bipunctella
FamilyTineidae
SubfamilyMeadiinae
Wingspan (mm)9
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorscream, black, dark brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with decaying wood where host fungi are present
Geographic RangeEastern and Central North America
Host Plantsbracket fungi (polypores) on dead wood
Flight PeriodMay to September
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are detritivores, feeding on bracket fungi (polypores) found on dead wood. The full lifecycle details are not extensively documented but follow typical moth metamorphosis.
Identification TipsLook for its distinctive creamy-white and dark brown/black pattern, particularly the broad dark central band on the forewings, and its fluffy white head. Its small size and association with fungi on dead wood are also key indicators.
Description
A small moth characterized by creamy-white forewings boldly marked with dark brown to black patches, including a broad central band and distinct markings at the base and apex. Its head is conspicuously fluffy and white.
