White-collared Footman
Common NameWhite-collared Footman
Scientific NameThallarcha albicollis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)18
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, dark brown
HabitatOpen woodlands, forests, areas with abundant lichens
Geographic RangeAustralia (New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia, Western Australia)
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodSeptember to May (varies by region in Australia)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are lichenivorous, feeding primarily on lichens and algae found on trees and rocks. Pupation occurs within a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive white head and collar, combined with the three prominent, wavy dark brown bands across the otherwise white forewings. Its small size is also a key indicator.
Description
A small moth characterized by its white forewings adorned with three distinct, wavy dark brown transverse bands. The head and collar are white, with a contrasting dark brown patch on the thorax.
