Erygia apicalis
Common NameErygia apicalis
Scientific NameErygia apicalis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)38
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, beige, white
HabitatForests, woodlands, areas with legume host plants
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, China, Japan)
Host PlantsAcacia, Albizia
Flight PeriodMultiple broods throughout the year in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis from egg to larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically cryptic and feed on specific legume host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its variegated, bark-like forewing pattern, often with subtle apical markings, and its typical Erebidae moth morphology. It is a nocturnal species.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its highly cryptic forewings, featuring a mottled pattern of various shades of brown, grey, and white, providing excellent camouflage against tree bark.
