None widely established
Common NameNone widely established
Scientific NameAsura bipars
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, orange, yellow
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, gardens
Geographic RangeIndia, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically lichenivorous, feeding on lichens and algae found on tree bark and rocks.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its striking black and orange-yellow spotted pattern on the wings and body. Males possess prominent bipectinate (comb-like) antennae.
Description
A small moth characterized by its black wings adorned with numerous irregular orange-yellow spots. Its head and parts of the thorax are also bright orange-yellow.
