Eumelea ludovicata
Common NameEumelea ludovicata
Scientific NameEumelea ludovicata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEumeleinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsorange, yellow, reddish-brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown (likely various woody plants)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, Eumelea ludovicata undergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae typically being 'inchworms' that feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright orange to yellow ground color, the mottled pattern of darker spots and lines, and the characteristic wing shape of the genus Eumelea.
Description
This image shows two moths, one reddish-orange and one yellowish-orange, both displaying mottled wings with darker spots and faint transverse lines. They are resting on a green leaf, likely in a tropical forest environment.
