Orange Magpie Moth
Common NameOrange Magpie Moth
Scientific NameDysphania militaris
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyDesmobathrinae
Wingspan (mm)60
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsorange, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, plantations
Geographic RangeSouth and Southeast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, China)
Host PlantsCarallia brachiata, Bischofia javanica
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, specific seasons elsewhere
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are typically green loopers (geometrid caterpillars) that feed on the leaves of host plants. They undergo complete metamorphosis through pupation to emerge as adult moths.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its vivid orange-yellow ground color and numerous distinct, irregular black spots across all wings. It is often active during the day, unlike many other moths.
Description
A striking moth with bright orange-yellow wings densely covered in irregular black spots and blotches, giving it a leopard-like appearance.
