Melese veneta
Common NameMelese veneta
Scientific NameMelese veneta
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsorange, tan, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae of this subfamily are typically hairy.
Identification TipsLook for the striking contrast between the bright orange-yellow body and the unpatterned pale wings with their distinct dark veins; males have prominent bipectinate antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by a bright orange-yellow furry head and thorax, contrasting with plain, pale tan to light brown wings that display prominent darker venation.
