Cissura decora
Common NameCissura decora
Scientific NameCissura decora
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsred, black, blue, green
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely polyphagous on herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with stages including egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Specific larval host plants are not well-documented.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive pattern of black and reddish-orange longitudinal stripes on the forewings, complemented by the iridescent blue-green coloration on the head and thorax.
Description
A striking moth characterized by black forewings adorned with bold, longitudinal reddish-orange stripes. Its head and anterior thorax exhibit iridescent blue-green scales.
