Scartelaos

Scartelaos is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae. The genus was described by George Hampson in 1913. The moths are found in Africa, primarily in the eastern and southern regions.

The adult moths of Scartelaos species are generally medium-sized with a wingspan ranging from 20 to 30 millimeters. Their forewings are typically mottled in shades of brown and gray, providing camouflage against tree bark and leaf litter. The hindwings are often a more uniform color, sometimes with subtle markings.

The larval stages, or caterpillars, of Scartelaos moths are believed to feed on various types of vegetation, though specific host plants are not always well-documented for every species. Like many moth caterpillars, they are likely to be found on leaves and stems of their host plants.

Information regarding the specific ecological roles and life cycles of Scartelaos moths is somewhat limited in readily available literature. Further research is needed to fully understand their distribution, behavior, and importance within their respective ecosystems. They are part of the diverse Lepidoptera order, contributing to the broader biodiversity of insect life in their geographical range.