Military Dysphania
Common NameMilitary Dysphania
Scientific NameDysphania militaris
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, black, blue
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, etc.)
Host PlantsCarallia species
Flight PeriodYear-round
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesEggs are laid on host plants, primarily *Carallia* species. Larvae are typically green or brown. Pupation occurs in a cocoon. Adults are diurnal.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive pattern of broad black stripes on a creamy white background, the iridescent blue wing borders, and its diurnal flight habit. Despite the metadata, this is clearly a moth, not a mineral, and is commonly known as the Military Dysphania.
Description
A striking day-flying moth with creamy white wings boldly marked with black stripes and a vibrant iridescent blue margin along the outer edges. The body is black with blue markings on the head and thorax.
