White-spotted Hedya Moth
Common NameWhite-spotted Hedya Moth
Scientific NameHedya salicella
FamilyTortricidae
SubfamilyOlethreutinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsgrey, brown, white
HabitatWoodlands, hedgerows, gardens, parks, and areas with host plants.
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia (e.g., Siberia, China, Japan)
Host Plantswillow, poplar, birch, hawthorn
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are polyphagous, feeding on the leaves of various trees and shrubs, often rolling or tying leaves together. They typically overwinter as larvae.
Identification TipsThe most distinctive feature for identification is the large, often triangular or crescent-shaped, white patch located on the hind margin of the forewing, which stands out against the mottled grey-brown ground color.
Description
A small moth characterized by mottled grey and brown forewings, prominently featuring a large, distinct white patch near the tornus. Its head is a contrasting reddish-brown.
