Amata emma
Common NameAmata emma
Scientific NameAmata emma
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsblack, yellow, transparent
HabitatTropical forests, clearings, and gardens
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia
Host Plantslichens, mosses, low-growing herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, often day-flying
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically hairy caterpillars that feed on lichens or low-growing plants, pupating before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive yellow and black striped abdomen, dark wings with clear, transparent spots, and its diurnal, wasp-mimicking flight.
Description
A day-flying moth characterized by its black body, a prominently striped yellow and black abdomen, and dark wings featuring distinct transparent patches.
