Painted Acolutha
Common NamePainted Acolutha
Scientific NameAcolutha pictaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, brown, white, grey
HabitatForests, woodlands, shrublands, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (including India, Sri Lanka, China, Indonesia)
Host PlantsRubus spp., Melastoma spp., various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically 'looper' caterpillars, feeding on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive mottled pattern with a bright yellow-orange median band on the forewings, contrasting with darker brown at the base and a paler, spotted outer margin. Its small size and typical Geometrid resting posture are also helpful.
Description
A small moth characterized by its highly variegated wings. The forewings display a dark brown basal area, a prominent yellow-orange median band, and a white-grey outer margin adorned with dark spots.
