Amastus thalassina
Common NameAmastus thalassina
Scientific NameAmastus thalassina
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsorange, pale blue-green, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (e.g., Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented for this species; many Arctiinae are polyphagous or feed on lichens/mosses
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, specific peaks may vary by region
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically hairy, but specific details for this species' larval stage are not well-documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bright orange body with a yellow thoracic stripe, contrasting with translucent pale blue-green wings that have prominent dark veins and pale yellow costal and inner margins.
Description
This moth features a vibrant orange body with a prominent yellow dorsal stripe on the thorax. Its wings are translucent, pale blue-green with distinct dark veins and pale yellow margins.
