No widely accepted common name
Common NameNo widely accepted common name
Scientific NameMacrobrochis gigas
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, white, orange
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Vietnam, China, India)
Host Plantslichens, mosses
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats, with peaks during wet seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae of this subfamily are often hairy and feed on lichens or mosses.
Identification TipsKey features for identification include the contrasting black and white spotted wing pattern combined with the bright orange coloration on the head and upper thorax.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its black wings adorned with prominent white spots, and a striking orange head and prothorax.
