Calliteara lunulata
Common NameCalliteara lunulata
Scientific NameCalliteara lunulata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorslight grey, dark grey, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically hairy caterpillars, often feeding on a variety of deciduous trees before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its cryptic light and dark grey mottled wing pattern with distinct wavy transverse lines, and the characteristic prominent hairy tufts on the thorax.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a light grey body and wings, featuring intricate dark grey and brownish mottled patterns and wavy transverse lines. It has prominent hairy tufts on its thorax.
