Common name : Plume moth
Scientific name: Pterophoridae
Family : Pterophoridae
Native to : Oceans worldwide
Interesting fact : This insect is named such because of its wings, which have the appearance of a bird’s ‘plume’.
With a wingspan of 6-50 mm, unlike other moths and butterflies, the plume moths are tiny and have ‘T’ shaped bodies on account of their wings. Their diet varies from species to species. The diet varies from stems and roots of various plants to leaves. Plume moths are weak fliers. They are nocturnal creatures that rest on plants during the day.
