Hemeroblemma dolosa
Common NameHemeroblemma dolosa
Scientific NameHemeroblemma dolosa
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyErebinae
Wingspan (mm)65
Primary Colorsdark brown, purple, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, humid lowlands and montane regions
Geographic RangeCentral America and South America (e.g., Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, south to Brazil and Bolivia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, nocturnal
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are likely cryptic, feeding on host plants, and pupation typically occurs in soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall dark purplish-brown coloration with a noticeable purple sheen, the prominent white apical patch on the forewing, and the distinctive wavy white subterminal lines on both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A large, robust moth with dark purplish-brown wings. The forewings feature a prominent white patch at the apex, several small white spots, and a distinct wavy white subterminal line.
