Acraga moorei
Common NameAcraga moorei
Scientific NameAcraga moorei
FamilyDalceridae
SubfamilyDalcerinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsorange
HabitatTropical and subtropical rainforests
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (e.g., Costa Rica, Panama, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae of the Dalceridae family are known for their distinctive gelatinous or slug-like appearance, often covered in sticky tubercles.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its uniform, vibrant orange coloration, extremely fuzzy body and wings, and the clear, distinct venation visible through its translucent wings.
Description
A small, strikingly bright orange moth with a densely fuzzy body and wings. Its wings are translucent orange, showcasing prominent, slightly darker orange venation.
