Try for Free
tab list
Picture Insect
English
arrow
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Home Application Download FAQ
English
English
繁體中文
日本語
Español
Français
Deutsch
Pусский
Português
Italiano
한국어
Nederlands
العربية
Icon about
About
Icon about
General Info
Icon about
Search Tips
Icon about
Harmful or Not
Icon about
Harmful Effects
Icon about
Common FAQs
Icon about
Similar Insects
Icon about
Popular Insects
Small chocolate-tip

Small chocolate-tip

Clostera pigra

A species of Clostera

Cloaked in a mottled tapestry of browns and grays that render it nearly invisible against tree bark, small chocolate-tip is a master of camouflage amidst its arboreal habitat. Its larvae display a voracious appetite for the leaves of willow and poplar, undergoing remarkable transformations to emerge as nocturnal adults with robust, velvety wings that enable silent navigation through night skies.

General Info About Small chocolate-tip
Instantly identify insects with a snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and risk assessment, gaining quick insights on bite assessment, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safe interaction tips, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Attributes of Small chocolate-tip
Colors
Brown
Red
Gray
White
Habitat
Young willow; gravel; river bank; clearings in the forest; dwarf shrub belt
Adult Food Sources
Flower nectar, aphid honeydew, sap oozings from trees, fruit juices if accessible, occasionally no food is taken at all in adulthood
Larva Food Source
Willow leaves (salix spp.), poplar leaves (populus spp.), aspen leaves (populus tremula), cottonwood leaves (populus deltoides), birch leaves (betula spp.)
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
qrcode
Img download isoImg download android
Rectangle
Species Status of Small chocolate-tip
Widespread
Rectangle
Distribution Area of Small chocolate-tip
Palearctic, Europe, Morocco, south and eastern Asia
Rectangle
Life Cycle of Small chocolate-tip
Egg During this initial stage, the egg of small chocolate-tip is small, often laid in clusters, and its color can camouflage with the environment. The embryo develops inside.
Larva The larva of small chocolate-tip hatches as a caterpillar, showing significant growth in size. It's voracious, with a primary function of eating to store energy for later stages.
Pupal The small chocolate-tip enters a static phase encased in a cocoon. Transformation happens internally, organs reshape, and tissues differentiate in preparation for adult life.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult small chocolate-tip's development is marked by the manifestation of wings and functional reproductive organs. Small chocolate-tip is now mobile, focusing on mating.
Rectangle
Interesting Facts About Small chocolate-tip
Despite its demure appearance, small chocolate-tip larvae exhibit a striking defensive posture by arching their backs into a loop, deterring predators with mimicry and surprise.
Rectangle
Scientific Classification of Small chocolate-tip
Tips for Finding Small chocolate-tip
Your ultimate guide to understanding insects
Unlock the secrets of insect life cycles, habitats, behaviors and observation tips!!
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Youth Habitat of Small chocolate-tip
Forests and Woodlands, Rotting and Decaying Matter
Rectangle
Adult Habitat of Small chocolate-tip
Forests and Woodlands, Urban and Suburban Areas, Agricultural and Cultivated Areas
Rectangle
When is the Best Time to Observe Small chocolate-tip
The best time to find adult small chocolate-tip is usually at dusk when they are most active. Larval stages should be searched for during daylight hours when they are feeding.
Rectangle
What is the Best Weather to Observe Small chocolate-tip
Mild, dry weather with little to no wind is ideal for finding small chocolate-tip since extreme temperatures and precipitation can affect their activity and visibility.
Rectangle
How and Where Can You Find Small chocolate-tip at Different Life Stages
Egg Small chocolate-tip eggs are typically laid on the undersides of host plant leaves. Search for them by examining these areas closely, using a magnifying glass if necessary.
Larva Small chocolate-tip caterpillars can be found on or near their host plants. Look for signs of feeding, such as chewed leaves, and search the plant methodically.
Pupal Small chocolate-tip pupae may be attached to host plants or nearby structures. They can be found by searching the lower branches of plants or leaf litter for a camouflaged cocoon or chrysalis.
Adult Adult small chocolate-tip can be attracted to light sources at night or bait such as fermenting fruit during the day. Search for them by setting up a light trap or bait station and waiting for them to come.
Are Small chocolate-tip harmful?
Your Complete Pest Control Guide
Discover effective tips for preventing and eliminating pest infestations to keep bugs away from your home.
Download the App for Free
Harmful Effects of Small chocolate-tip
Reveal the harmful impacts of diverse insects
Explore the dangers of insects related to toxicity, lethality, human biting, human stinging, pathogenicity, hematophagy, allergenicity, parasitism, etc.
Download the App for Free
Rectangle
Hurt Plant

When small chocolate-tip larva feed, they chew plant tissues with no plant preference, causing damage that ranges from mild to severe depending on their numbers. The affected leaves exhibit holes or are skeletonized, leading to compromised plant health and reduced photosynthetic ability.

More Effects of Small chocolate-tip

Common Questions People Also Ask
Get Quick Insect Answers with a Snap
Snap a photo for instant insect ID and answers on bites, toxicity, pest control, behavior, habitat, and safety tips!
Download the App for Free
Other Popular Insects
Western honey bee
Western honey bee

Western honey bee(Apis mellifera) is the most common species of honeybee in the world. Among the first domesticated insects, its cultural and economic impact on humanity has been vast and far-reaching, providing honey, wax and its services as a pollinator. Western honey bee faces challenges worldwide, such as colony collapse disorder, and populations are thought to be decreasing.

Read More
Arrow
Monarch butterfly
Monarch butterfly

The monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is the most recognizable butterfly in North America. It is best known for its appearance, but should be better known for the fact that it has a 3000-mile migration that takes the butterfly 4 generations to complete. Their diet is also a natural deterrent for predators, as they eat milkweed, a poison that induces vomiting.

Read More
Arrow
Japanese rhinoceros beetle
Japanese rhinoceros beetle

The japanese rhinoceros beetle (Trypoxylus dichotomus) is a massive beetle about the size of the palm of a hand. It's distinguished by its long Y-shaped horn, which it uses to fight other males with. It's a nocturnal bug that feeds on sap and sweet fruits. This species is sometimes kept as a pet due to its unique appearance and simple care requirements.

Read More
Arrow
Silkworm
Silkworm

The silken threads produced by silkworm during its larval stage have been highly coveted for millennia, manifesting as a luxurious fabric in human society. Remarkably, this creature has a singular diet, feeding exclusively on the leaves of its primary host plant from which it extracts the necessary nutrients to facilitate its transition into a non-feeding, winged adult.

Read More
Arrow
Menelaus blue morpho
Menelaus blue morpho

Menelaus blue morpho (Morpho menelaus) is a gorgeous butterfly with large, royal blue wings. Linnaeus named the genus Morpho the Aphrodite-Ancient Greek goddess of love and beauty for its extreme beauty. It is native to tropical rainforests. Though many butterfly gardens now cultivate them in captivity, there are still many people who never get a chance to see them.

Read More
Arrow
Atlas moth
Atlas moth

While the atlas moth (Attacus atlas) can't tell you where to find your country on the map, it does earn its name through other means. It is one of the largest moths in the world, with a wingspan that is far larger than its body, creating an abnormal comparison. In India, their silk is gathered in a non-commercial capacity and is considered to be more durable than the domestic silkworm.

Read More
Arrow
Flying peacock spider
Flying peacock spider

Both sexes reach about 5 mm in body length. Females and immatures of both sexes are brown but have color patterns by which they can be distinguished from related species. Also, the males dance to attract females.

Read More
Arrow
Multicolored asian ladybeetle
Multicolored asian ladybeetle

Often confused for the ladybug, multicolored asian ladybeetle (Harmonia axyridis) is a separate species that, unlike the ladybug, is a household pest. It is considered particularly annoying for its habit of returning to places from which it is removed. One of the most variable species in the world, there are many different colors and patterns multicolored asian ladybeetle may display, making identification potentially difficult.

Read More
Arrow