Donuca rubropicta
Common NameDonuca rubropicta
Scientific NameDonuca rubropicta
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Primary Colorsdark blue, black, white, iridescent green
HabitatForests, woodlands
Geographic RangeEastern Australia (Queensland, New South Wales)
Host PlantsEucalyptus (likely), various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodSummer and autumn (October to April)
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are likely cryptic and feed on host plants.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its striking pattern of dark purplish-black wings with broad white bands and large, iridescent blue-green eyespots on the forewings.
Description
A large moth with dark purplish-black forewings adorned with bold white stripes and prominent, iridescent blue-green eyespots. The hindwings feature similar dark and striped patterns.
