Herminodes atrosignata
Common NameHerminodes atrosignata
Scientific NameHerminodes atrosignata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyHerminiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsbeige, dark brown
HabitatTropical forests, including lowland and montane areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host Plantsdecaying leaves, detritus, fungi, lichens
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods in tropical regions)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae of this subfamily are often detritivores, feeding on dead organic matter.
Identification TipsLook for the pale ground color contrasted with prominent, dark brown to black spots, particularly the two distinct discal spots on the forewings, and the speckled subterminal area.
Description
A medium-sized moth with pale beige to light brown forewings, heavily marked with distinct dark brown or black spots and speckles, including prominent discal spots and a subterminal band.
