Orange-rimmed Satin Moth
Common NameOrange-rimmed Satin Moth
Scientific NamePhalacra vidhisara
FamilyDrepanidae
SubfamilyDrepaninae
Wingspan (mm)27.5
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorswhite, orange, black
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, and areas where host plants are abundant.
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
Host PlantsUncaria gambir, Mitragyna speciosa
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple overlapping broods.
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs hatch into larvae (caterpillars) that feed on plants from the Rubiaceae family, then pupate before emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the brilliant white wings with the unique orange and black linear pattern, especially the V-shaped mark on the forewings and the orange rimming. The orange head and collar are also distinctive.
Description
This is a small to medium-sized moth characterized by its pure white wings adorned with striking orange and black lines that outline the wing margins and form a distinct V-shape on the forewings. Its head and thorax are also white, often with an orange collar.
