Lucetius Wasp Moth
Common NameLucetius Wasp Moth
Scientific NameDycladia lucetius
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsblack, orange-brown, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (from Mexico to Brazil)
Host Plantsvarious herbaceous plants, Asteraceae, Fabaceae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy caterpillars that feed on various herbaceous plants before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking black, translucent orange-brown, and white wing pattern, particularly the arrangement of the translucent and opaque patches, which gives it a convincing wasp-like appearance.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a black body and antennae, featuring black wings with prominent translucent orange-brown patches on the forewings and large white patches on both forewings and hindwings, mimicking a wasp.
