Strepsicrates smithiana - Hodges#2907
 
 
 
(Bayberry Leaftier Moth).
 
 
 
Size: approx. 3-5 mm. Photo: 04/29/12, 10 pm.


In the US, larvae of Strepsicrates smithiana are leaf tiers of wax myrtles. While this moth is mainly found in the Southeastern US, it was also introduced to Oahu, Hawaii in 1955 to aid in the control of invasive firetrees (Myrica faya). 
 
 
bug guide (this photo):
https://bugguide.net/node/view/335143
wikipedia:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strepsicrates_smithiana