Luxiaria amasa
Common NameLuxiaria amasa
Scientific NameLuxiaria amasa
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown (likely various woody plants)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other Geometridae, the larvae are 'inchworms' or 'loopers', characterized by their distinctive locomotion. Pupation likely occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall brownish, mottled appearance with darker transverse bands and patches, particularly a prominent dark patch on the forewing near the costa and a wavy postmedial line. The wing shape is also characteristic for the genus.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, somewhat angular wings, displaying a mottled pattern of light brown and darker brown patches, providing excellent camouflage.
