Tyspanodes linealis
Common NameTyspanodes linealis
Scientific NameTyspanodes linealis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorspale yellow-green, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Sri Lanka, India, Borneo, Indonesia, Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown or not well documented
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple broods
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larval host plants and specific habits are not well documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its small size and the unique pattern of fine, parallel, dark longitudinal stripes on its pale yellowish-green forewings.
Description
A small moth characterized by its pale yellowish-green forewings adorned with numerous fine, parallel, dark longitudinal stripes, and prominent black compound eyes.
