Yellow Blotched Pearl Moth
Common NameYellow Blotched Pearl Moth
Scientific NameGlyphodes batesi
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Primary Colorsdark grey, pale yellow, iridescent blue
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, gardens, and areas with Ficus host plants
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Sri Lanka, India)
Host PlantsFicus species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae feed on the leaves of host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive pattern of pale yellow blotches and iridescent blue-silver markings on a dark background, combined with its small size and typical Crambid wing shape.
Description
A small moth with broad, dark grey wings heavily marked with irregular pale yellow blotches and iridescent blue-silver scales, particularly along the outer margins.
