Carea varipes
Common NameCarea varipes
Scientific NameCarea varipes
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyChloephorinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsorange-brown, pale brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, Likely Anacardiaceae or Euphorbiaceae (based on related species)
Flight PeriodUnknown, likely year-round in tropical climates
Lifecycle NotesLike other moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are likely herbivorous, feeding on host plants, followed by pupation in a cocoon, but specific details for this species are not well-documented.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall tawny orange-brown coloration, the prominent pale terminal band on the forewings, and the relatively robust body shape. Distinguishing from similar Carea species may require examination of genitalic features.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its uniform tawny orange-brown forewings, which feature a distinct paler band along the outer margin and a few subtle dark spots. Its body is robust and covered in matching orange-brown scales.
