Mimeusemia postica
Common NameMimeusemia postica
Scientific NameMimeusemia postica
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyAgaristinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, orange, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsLeea indica
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, often day-flying
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae feeding on specific host plants before pupating into adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bold black, orange, and white coloration, particularly the large orange patch on the hindwings and the cream-white spots on the forewings. It is often active during the day.
Description
A striking moth with black forewings adorned with cream-white spots, and black hindwings featuring a prominent central orange patch and additional cream-white spots. Its body is black with white stripes and orange legs.
