No common name
Common NameNo common name
Scientific NameAmphiongia chordophoides
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, dark brown
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUndetermined, likely broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple broods
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike other Geometridae, its larvae are likely 'inchworms' that move with a looping gait. They feed on foliage and undergo complete metamorphosis from egg to larva, pupa, and adult.
Identification TipsLook for the overall cryptic brown appearance, the unique pointed projection on the head/thorax, and the scalloped or wavy outer margins of the wings, which help it blend with bark or dead leaves.
Description
This is a medium-sized brown moth characterized by its cryptic coloration, wavy wing margins, and a distinctive pointed projection on its head or thorax. Its wings feature subtle darker mottling and faint wavy lines, aiding in camouflage.
