Idalus herois
Common NameIdalus herois
Scientific NameIdalus herois
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorswhite, black, yellow, orange, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral and South America
Host PlantsUnknown, likely polyphagous on broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically hairy and feed on various broadleaf plants.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking white forewings with black, yellow, and orange bands, and the highly ornate, multi-colored thorax and red abdomen. The translucent white hindwings are also characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized moth with white forewings adorned with bold black transverse stripes and patches of yellow-orange. Its thorax displays intricate patterns of white, red, yellow-orange, and black, while the abdomen is predominantly red dorsally with white and black markings. The hindwings are translucent white.
