Malaysian Moon Moth
Common NameMalaysian Moon Moth
Scientific NameActias maenas
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilySaturniinae
Wingspan (mm)120
Primary Colorsyellow, green, orange, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical rainforests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Myanmar, Philippines)
Host PlantsShorea, Dipterocarpus, Rhizophora, Mangifera, Terminalia
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods in tropical climates)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green with spiny tubercles, feeding on various broadleaf trees. Pupation occurs in a silken cocoon, often spun among leaves.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bright yellow-green wings, very long and twisted tails on the hindwings, and distinct reddish-brown eyespots on both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A large, vibrant yellow-green moth characterized by its exceptionally long, twisted tails on the hindwings, prominent reddish-brown eyespots, and a furry orange-brown body.
