Macrobrochis staudingeri
Common NameMacrobrochis staudingeri
Scientific NameMacrobrochis staudingeri
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorsblack, orange, blue, green
HabitatTropical forests, lowland areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host Plantslichens, mosses
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae typically feeding on lichens or mosses before pupating and emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey features include the solid dark wings contrasting sharply with the vibrant orange head and collar, and the metallic blue-green thorax and blue legs.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its uniformly dark grey-black wings, a bright orange head and collar, and an iridescent blue-green thorax with blue legs.
