Cyana quadrinotata
Scientific NameCyana quadrinotata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22.5
Primary Colorswhite, orange, black
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, areas with abundant lichens
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with local variations
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically lichenivorous, feeding on lichens and algae found on trees and rocks.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its striking white and orange striped pattern on the forewings, complemented by small black dots. The bright orange bands are a key diagnostic feature.
Description
This small moth has white forewings adorned with several prominent, bright orange transverse bands and a few small black spots. The head and thorax also display white and orange markings.
