Isocentris filalis
Common NameIsocentris filalis
Scientific NameIsocentris filalis
FamilyCrambidae
SubfamilySpilomelinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsorange, yellow, purple, brown, white
HabitatTropical forests, lowlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Java)
Host PlantsUnknown
Flight PeriodYear-round (in tropical regions)
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae typically feed on plants, though specific host plants for this species are not well documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its vibrant orange-yellow ground color combined with the unique wavy purplish-brown bands and a contrasting white fringe on the wings.
Description
A small moth with bright orange-yellow wings adorned with intricate, wavy purplish-brown markings, particularly along the outer margins and in the discal area, finished with a distinct white fringe.
