Lophophelma luteipes
Common NameLophophelma luteipes
Scientific NameLophophelma luteipes
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, white, reddish-brown
HabitatLowland and lower montane tropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various broadleaf trees or shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, likely an inchworm or looper), pupa, and adult. Caterpillars typically feed on foliage.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the distinctive cryptic pattern of greyish-white and reddish-brown wavy lines across both forewings and hindwings, and the scalloped wing margins. The specific arrangement of the wavy lines and bands is characteristic.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, somewhat scalloped wings, featuring a highly cryptic pattern of mottled greyish-white and intricate reddish-brown wavy lines and markings.
