Dialithis gemmifera
Common NameDialithis gemmifera
Scientific NameDialithis gemmifera
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)38
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats, with multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its complex cryptic wing pattern of wavy lines and bands in shades of brown and grey, which provides excellent camouflage. Look for the small black spots on the hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled brown and grey wings, featuring intricate wavy lines and bands, and small black spots on the hindwings.
