Crotalaria Podbearer
Common NameCrotalaria Podbearer
Scientific NameArgina astrea
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, white, black
HabitatOpen areas, grasslands, agricultural fields, gardens, disturbed habitats
Geographic RangeTropical and subtropical Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia, and parts of Australia
Host PlantsCrotalaria juncea, Crotalaria retusa, Crotalaria pallida
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy caterpillars that feed gregariously on *Crotalaria* species. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, typically on the host plant or nearby.
Identification TipsLook for its striking orange coloration with distinctive white, black-rimmed spots across all wings. The black spots on the orange head and thorax are also key features.
Description
This moth has bright orange wings adorned with numerous irregular white spots, often outlined in black. Its head and thorax are also orange with distinct black spots.
