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Scientific NameHylesia continua
FamilySaturniidae
SubfamilyHemileucinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests
Geographic RangeCentral and South America (e.g., Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Bolivia)
Host PlantsVarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in suitable tropical climates
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are known to possess urticating hairs that can cause skin irritation.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its mottled grey-brown forewings with visible venation, combined with a robust, hairy body and a bright orange-yellow abdominal tip. Males have feathery antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey-brown forewings and plainer hindwings. Its robust, hairy body features a dark brown thorax and a striking orange-yellow abdomen, particularly prominent at the tip.
