Hesudra divisa Moth
Common NameHesudra divisa Moth
Scientific NameHesudra divisa
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsdark brown, yellowish-brown, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented, likely lichens or herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, specific peaks not well documented
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, often hairy in Arctiinae), pupa, and adult. Larval host plants are not well documented for this specific species.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the prominent dark central stripe on the forewings, flanked by clear yellowish-brown bands, and the matching yellowish-brown coloration of the head and thorax.
Description
A small moth with a distinctive pattern of a broad, dark brown to black central stripe running longitudinally down its forewings, sharply contrasted by yellowish-brown margins. The head and thorax are also yellowish-brown.
