Bracca rotundata
Common NameBracca rotundata
Scientific NameBracca rotundata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorspale yellow, bluish-grey, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various broadleaf trees/shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats, with peaks depending on local climate
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are caterpillars that typically feed on foliage.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive pale yellow and bluish-grey wings with intricate black spots and wavy lines, and a prominent bright yellow patch on the thorax.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, rounded wings featuring a striking pattern of black spots and wavy lines on a background of pale yellow and bluish-grey, complemented by a bright yellow thoracic patch.
