Dirphia tarquinia
Common NameDirphia tarquinia
Scientific NameDirphia tarquinia
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilyHemileucinae
Wingspan (mm)75
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorspale brown, dark brown, cream
HabitatTropical and subtropical montane forests, cloud forests
Geographic RangeSouth America (Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsQuercus, Rubus, Prunus
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, year-round in suitable climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically spiny or hairy, feeding on various broadleaf trees and shrubs. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, often in leaf litter or underground, and adults are short-lived, focusing solely on reproduction.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the pale, furry wings with a large, dark, 'V'-veined discal spot on each forewing, combined with a dark, robust, and very hairy body.
Description
A robust, medium-sized moth with densely furry, pale beige to light brown wings. Each forewing features a prominent, dark brown to black discal spot containing distinctive pale cream or yellow 'V'-shaped venation.
