No widely accepted common name
Common NameNo widely accepted common name
Scientific NamePolyclysta hypogrammata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)31.5
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, reddish-brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with host vegetation
Geographic RangeIndia, China, Southeast Asia (e.g., Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various deciduous trees or shrubs
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, year-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typical geometrid 'inchworms' feeding on foliage.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the highly variegated and mottled forewing pattern, characterized by prominent green and brown patches, which helps it blend into its environment.
Description
A medium-sized moth with forewings intricately patterned with mottled shades of green, brown, and reddish-brown, providing excellent camouflage against bark or foliage.
