Consocia Slug Moth
Common NameConsocia Slug Moth
Scientific NameParasa consocia
FamilyLimacodidae
SubfamilyLimacodinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsgreen, brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, orchards, tea plantations
Geographic RangeEast Asia (China, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam)
Host PlantsQuercus, Castanea, Prunus, Camellia, Malus
Flight PeriodJune to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are distinctive, flattened and slug-like, often possessing stinging hairs. They pupate in a hard, oval cocoon, typically attached to a leaf or stem.
Identification TipsKey features include the vibrant green forewings with their characteristic irregular brown borders, and the overall robust, fuzzy appearance. The slug-like caterpillar is also a strong identifier for the family.
Description
A small, stout-bodied moth with bright green forewings featuring irregular, mottled brown markings along the costa and termen, and a fuzzy green body.
