Lemyra alikangensis
Common NameLemyra alikangensis
Scientific NameLemyra alikangensis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatForests, mountainous regions
Geographic RangeTaiwan
Host PlantsVarious herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodWarmer months
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically hairy, a common trait among Arctiinae.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking orange coloration and the pattern of irregular black spots on its wings. Males possess bipectinate (feathery) antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a fuzzy, vibrant orange body and wings. Its wings are adorned with numerous irregular black spots across both forewings and hindwings.
