Lobobasis niveimaculata
Common NameLobobasis niveimaculata
Scientific NameLobobasis niveimaculata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsbrown, yellow, white
HabitatTropical forests and woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host Plantsunknown, likely polyphagous on broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. The larvae likely feed on various broadleaf plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the dark, iridescent brown forewings with two distinct white spots, the bright yellow hindwings and forewing margins, and the white head and thorax.
Description
This small moth features dark brown forewings with a noticeable iridescent purple sheen, adorned with two prominent white spots. The hindwings and a broad margin on the forewings are bright yellow, contrasting with a white head and thorax.
