Amata ragazzii
Common NameAmata ragazzii
Scientific NameAmata ragazzii
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, white, yellow
HabitatDry grasslands, open woodlands, rocky slopes, scrubland
Geographic RangeSouthern Europe, North Africa, Middle East
Host PlantsPlantago, Taraxacum, Rumex, Galium
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, developing into hairy larvae that feed on herbaceous vegetation. Larvae pupate in a cocoon before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey features include the black wings with distinct white spots, a single bright yellow/orange band on the abdomen, and black antennae with white tips. It is a diurnal species, often mimicking wasps.
Description
A medium-sized, day-flying moth with glossy black wings adorned with several prominent white spots. Its slender black body features a distinctive bright yellow or orange band on the abdomen.
