No widely recognized common name
Common NameNo widely recognized common name
Scientific NameAmmatho cuneonotatus
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsred-orange, dark brown, yellow
HabitatTropical rainforests, lowland forests
Geographic RangeBorneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia
Host PlantsLikely polyphagous, possibly feeding on lichens or low-growing plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae of Arctiinae are often hairy.
Identification TipsKey features include the striking reddish-orange ground color, the dark brown net-like pattern across the wings, and the prominent yellow-orange spots on the forewings. The robust, reddish-orange body and feathery antennae are also characteristic.
Description
A vibrantly colored moth with a reddish-orange body and forewings, featuring intricate dark brown reticulated patterns and distinct yellow-orange spots. The head and thorax are also reddish-orange with small dark markings.
