False Tiger Moth
Common NameFalse Tiger Moth
Scientific NameDysphania militaris
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyOenochrominae
Wingspan (mm)55
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, black, blue, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsCarallia brachiata, Carallia calycina
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: eggs hatch into caterpillars that feed on *Carallia* leaves, then pupate before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its vivid yellow and black spotted pattern, combined with the dark blue/black wing margins containing prominent white spots. The yellow abdomen with black bands is also a key feature.
Description
A vibrant moth with bright yellow wings extensively marked with irregular black spots and bands, featuring broad dark blue to black margins on all wings adorned with distinct white rectangular spots.
