Krananda semihyalina
Common NameKrananda semihyalina
Scientific NameKrananda semihyalina
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorsbrown, white, black, pale green
HabitatTropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods in tropical climates)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, starting as an egg, developing into a 'looper' or 'inchworm' larva, pupating, and finally emerging as the adult moth.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the unique combination of mottled brown and white patterns, the prominent semi-transparent (hyaline) patches on both forewings and hindwings, and the distinctively wavy or jagged outer margins of the wings.
Description
This moth exhibits a highly cryptic pattern, with mottled brown, white, and black markings interspersed with distinct semi-transparent, pale green patches on its broad, angular wings. Its coloration and irregular wing margins allow it to blend seamlessly with tree bark or lichen.
