Eucyclodes albisparsa
Scientific NameEucyclodes albisparsa
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, orange, white
HabitatTropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult stages. Larvae typically feed on the foliage of various plants.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the bright green ground color, the distinctive wavy orange-brown outer marginal band, and the scattered white patches on the wings. The overall shape and delicate appearance are typical of emerald moths.
Description
This moth displays vibrant green wings with irregular white markings and a broad, wavy orange-brown band along the outer margins, giving it a cryptic, lichen-like appearance. The body is also predominantly green.
