Kanara Tiger Moth
Common NameKanara Tiger Moth
Scientific NameCreatonotos gangis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorslight brown, yellow, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical regions, often found in agricultural areas, gardens, and disturbed habitats.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, parts of Australia, and some Pacific islands.
Host Plantsrice, maize, sorghum, coffee, cotton, sweet potato
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple generations.
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are hairy, dark-colored caterpillars. Males possess large, eversible coremata (scent organs) used for attracting mates.
Identification TipsKey features include the yellowish, spotted thorax, light brown forewings with prominent veins, and a distinct pale patch on each forewing. Males are notable for their large coremata when everted.
Description
This moth has a yellowish, hairy thorax with black spots and light brown forewings featuring prominent darker veins and a distinct pale, somewhat triangular patch on each wing.
