Dinia eagrus
Common NameDinia eagrus
Scientific NameDinia eagrus
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patterntransparent
Primary Colorstransparent, black, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (Neotropical region)
Host PlantsMikania spp., various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Styledarting
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy and polyphagous, feeding on various plants before pupating.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its transparent wings, black body with vivid red stripes, and a red tuft at the end of the abdomen, mimicking a wasp.
Description
A clearwing moth with transparent wings outlined by black veins, a black body adorned with striking red stripes on the thorax and abdomen, and a prominent red anal tuft.
