Feigeria magna
Common NameFeigeria magna
Scientific NameFeigeria magna
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown, reddish-brown
HabitatForests, woodlands
Geographic RangeUnknown, likely tropical/subtropical regions
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodUnknown, likely year-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae typically feed on plant foliage, pupation occurs in the soil or leaf litter, and adults emerge to mate and lay eggs.
Identification TipsKey features include the broad, scalloped wings, the complex wavy brown and reddish-brown banding across both forewings and hindwings, and two small, distinct black spots on the forewings. The overall cryptic pattern is highly characteristic.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth with broad, somewhat scalloped wings. Its wings are predominantly brown, featuring intricate wavy patterns of light brown, dark brown, and reddish-brown bands, providing excellent camouflage.
