Hamada Tussock Moth
Common NameHamada Tussock Moth
Scientific NameEdessena hamada
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees, Shorea, Eucalyptus
Flight PeriodYear-round (in tropical regions)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are caterpillars, often hairy, known to feed on a variety of broadleaf trees before pupating. Adults are nocturnal.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall brownish-grey coloration, the distinct white spot on each forewing, and the robust, hairy body characteristic of tussock moths.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a robust, hairy body and brownish-grey forewings, each marked with a prominent, irregular white discal spot. The hindwings are typically paler.
