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Common NameNone
Scientific NameHyalurga sora
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsblack, orange, white, transparent
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (including Mexico, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil)
Host PlantsUndocumented
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis with egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Larvae are typically hairy, characteristic of tiger moths.
Identification TipsLook for the unique combination of transparent wings, bold reddish-orange borders, black venation, and the distinctive white patch on the hindwings. The orange collar on a black body is also a key feature.
Description
This moth features largely transparent wings with prominent black veins and broad reddish-orange margins. Its body is black with an orange collar, and the hindwings display a distinct white patch near the apex.
