Krananda oliveomarginata
Scientific NameKrananda oliveomarginata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorslight brown, tan, greyish-brown, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, shrublands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats, or specific seasons depending on local climate
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically 'inchworms' that feed on foliage.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its cryptic brown and tan coloration, broad wings with distinctly wavy or scalloped margins, and faint transverse lines across both forewings and hindwings. The resting posture with wings spread flat is characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, cryptically patterned wings in shades of light brown, tan, and greyish-brown. The wings feature wavy margins and subtle darker markings, including a faint median band and a small dark discal spot on the hindwings.
