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Common NameN/A
Scientific NameXanthyris flaveolata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellow, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, often near water sources.
Geographic RangeSouth America (e.g., Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia).
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various broadleaf trees or shrubs
Flight PeriodThroughout the year in tropical regions, with multiple broods.
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, typically an 'inchworm'), pupa, and adult moth. Larval host plants are not well-documented.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the striking contrast of bright yellow and black, especially the irregular, wavy inner edge of the black border on the forewings.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its vibrant yellow wings broadly bordered in black. The black border on the forewings features a distinctive wavy inner edge, while the hindwings are predominantly yellow with a wide black outer margin.
