Ammalo helops
Common NameAmmalo helops
Scientific NameAmmalo helops
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsbrown, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico south to Brazil and Bolivia)
Host PlantsNot well documented, likely polyphagous on various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with peaks depending on local rainy seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically hairy caterpillars, feeding on various plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the vibrant orange head and thorax, the mottled brown forewings with two distinct orange spots, and the bipectinate antennae, especially noticeable in males.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth characterized by its striking bright orange head and thorax. Its forewings are a mottled dark brown with two prominent orange spots, while the hindwings are a more uniform lighter brown.
