Palthis bizialis
Common NamePalthis bizialis
Scientific NamePalthis bizialis
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyHypeninae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgrey, blue-grey, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral America, South America (e.g., Brazil, Costa Rica)
Host PlantsNot specifically documented, likely polyphagous on various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are caterpillars that feed on various plants, pupating in a cocoon before emerging as adults.
Identification TipsKey features include its unique triangular resting posture, the raised dorsal ridge on its thorax and wings, and its cryptic mottled coloration that mimics bark or dead leaves.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its cryptic mottled grey-blue or brownish wings, a distinctive triangular resting posture, and a prominent raised dorsal ridge.
