Maxates coelataria
Common NameMaxates coelataria
Scientific NameMaxates coelataria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, white, pale brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically cryptic, often resembling twigs or plant parts.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include its unique wavy wing margins, the combination of green and pale coloration, and its typical size for an emerald moth.
Description
This moth has a distinctive wavy wing margin, with wings primarily green, mottled with white or pale brown along the edges and in patches, providing excellent camouflage.
