Wandering Sunset
Common NameWandering Sunset
Scientific NamePyrausta sanguinalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilyPyraustinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Primary Colorsreddish-brown, orange, black
HabitatMeadows, grasslands, heathland, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, North Africa, Middle East, Central Asia
Host PlantsOriganum spp., Thymus spp., Mentha spp.
Flight PeriodMay to October
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae feed on various Lamiaceae plants, often creating silken webs among the leaves. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, typically in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by the strong contrast between the reddish-brown forewings and the bright orange-yellow hindwings with a broad black border. Often found in sunny, open areas where its host plants grow.
Description
A small moth characterized by reddish-brown forewings with subtle darker spots, and vibrant orange-yellow hindwings featuring a prominent black band along the outer margin.
