Hydriris ornatalis
(Duponchel, 1832)
Ornate Hydriris Moth, Ornate Hydriris
Hydriris ornatalis is a small crambid with a wingspan of approximately 16 mm. It has a broad global distribution spanning southern Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and North America. The is known to have been introduced to Florida in North America. Larvae feed on plants in the Convolvulaceae.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Hydriris ornatalis: /hɪˈdraɪrɪs ɔrˈneɪtəlɪs/
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Identification
Small size (16 mm wingspan) distinguishes it from larger crambid . Specific wing pattern details for distinguishing from are not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with a wingspan of approximately 16 mm. Detailed patterning on wings gives rise to the ''.
Distribution
Southern Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, and North America (restricted to Florida). Presence confirmed in Belgium (Antwerpen province) and multiple provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (Bas Congo, East Kasai, Katanga).
Diet
Larvae feed on Convolvulaceae , including Ipomoea aquatica (water spinach). feeding habits are not documented.
Host Associations
- Ipomoea aquatica - larval food plantwater spinach, a member of Convolvulaceae
- Convolvulaceae - larval food plant -level association
Human Relevance
Larval Ipomoea aquatica is cultivated as a leafy vegetable in parts of Asia, suggesting potential minor agricultural significance where the occurs.
Similar Taxa
- Other Hydriris species share -level characteristics; specific distinguishing features for H. ornatalis are not documented in available sources.
More Details
Taxonomic history
Originally described as Asopia ornatalis by Duponchel in 1832; later transferred to Hydriris.