Cool Hornet-moth
Common NameCool Hornet-moth
Scientific NameAmata huebneri
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, blue, white, red
HabitatOpen woodlands, grasslands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, parts of Australia
Host Plantsvarious low-growing plants, grasses, lichens
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods in warmer seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe lifecycle involves eggs laid on host plants, hairy larvae that feed on various low-growing vegetation, pupation in a silken cocoon, and emergence as the adult moth.
Identification TipsLook for the combination of dark wings with white spots, a metallic blue body, and a bright red/orange band on the abdomen. Its day-flying habit and wasp-like appearance are key indicators.
Description
This moth features dark, iridescent blue-black wings adorned with several prominent white, somewhat translucent spots. Its slender body is a striking metallic blue, with a distinct orange-red band encircling the base of its abdomen, mimicking a wasp.
