Chasmina pulchra
Common NameChasmina pulchra
Scientific NameChasmina pulchra
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyBagisarinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorswhite, orange, brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and cultivated areas where host plants are present.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Papua New Guinea, and parts of Australia.
Host PlantsFicus species (figs)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with activity peaks varying by region.
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, Chasmina pulchra undergoes complete metamorphosis, starting as an egg, developing into a caterpillar (larva) that feeds on Ficus leaves, then pupating before emerging as an adult moth.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the pure white ground color of the forewings contrasted with the distinctive orange, brown, and black markings on the termen, and its relatively small size.
Description
This moth has striking white forewings with prominent, irregular patches of orange, brown, and black coloration along the outer margins. The hindwings are mostly white.
