Obstructed Risoba Moth
Common NameObstructed Risoba Moth
Scientific NameRisoba obstructa
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyRisobinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsdark brown, white, grey, red
HabitatTropical forests, lowlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia, Java, Philippines)
Host PlantsTropical trees (likely Euphorbiaceae or Malvaceae, specific species not well-documented)
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on the leaves of specific host plants.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the unique raised, lumpy white thorax with a prominent reddish spot, combined with the dark brown forewings mottled with white and grey markings, particularly along the termen and costa.
Description
A medium-sized moth with dark brown forewings featuring intricate white and grey mottled patterns, especially along the margins, and a distinctive raised, lumpy white thorax with a central reddish spot.
