Brown Tricolour Tiger Moth
Common NameBrown Tricolour Tiger Moth
Scientific NameCreatonotos gangis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorscream, red, black, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical regions, often in disturbed areas, agricultural fields, gardens, and forests.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, parts of Australia, and some Pacific islands
Host Plantsrice, maize, sorghum, coffee, cotton, sweet potato, taro
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are hairy, dark-colored caterpillars that feed on a wide variety of plants. Males possess large, inflatable coremata (scent organs) used for attracting mates.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive red stripe on the forewing combined with black spots, the furry white thorax, and the red and black banded abdomen. The male's large coremata, if extended, are unmistakable.
Description
This moth features pale cream to yellowish forewings marked with a prominent red stripe along the costal margin and several distinct black spots. Its body is densely covered in white fur, with the abdomen displaying striking red and black banding.
