Dirphia moderata
Common NameDirphia moderata
Scientific NameDirphia moderata
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilyHemileucinae
Wingspan (mm)70
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsgrayish-brown, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico south to Bolivia)
Host PlantsQuercus, Alnus, Salix, Eucalyptus, Acacia, Prunus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are spiny and can be urticating, feeding on various broadleaf trees. Pupation occurs in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the robust, dark furry body and uniform grayish-brown wings with subtle, often indistinct, transverse lines and a small discal spot. Males have prominent bipectinate antennae.
Description
A robust, medium-to-large moth with a dark, hairy body and broad, grayish-brown forewings featuring faint postmedial lines and a small discal spot.
