No widely recognized common name
Common NameNo widely recognized common name
Scientific NameSingara diversalis
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorsorange, brown, reddish-brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, likely a 'looper' or 'inchworm' typical of Geometridae), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on foliage.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive mottled orange-brown and reddish-brown coloration, the broad wings, and the typical resting posture of a Geometrid moth (wings held flat or slightly tented). The irregular dark markings are a key feature.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth characterized by its rich orange-brown wings heavily mottled with irregular darker reddish-brown patches and spots, creating a textured, somewhat cryptic appearance. The wings have a broad, somewhat triangular shape, and the body is similarly colored and fuzzy.
