Apha kantonensis
Scientific NameApha kantonensis
FamilyEupterotidae
Wingspan (mm)70
Primary Colorsyellow, brown, reddish-brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., China, Vietnam)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented, likely broad-leaved trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodNot specifically documented, likely year-round in tropical regions or specific seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike other Eupterotidae, it undergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically hairy caterpillars that feed on foliage, pupating in a cocoon before emerging as adults. Specific details for this species are not widely documented.
Identification TipsKey features include its distinctive yellowish-brown forewings with a prominent reddish-brown transverse band and mottled patterns, along with its known geographical range in Southeast Asia.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, rounded wings. The forewings are predominantly yellowish-brown, featuring a prominent reddish-brown transverse band and darker, mottled markings near the base and apex. The hindwings are a more uniform pale yellow.
