Phazaca leucocera
Common NamePhazaca leucocera
Scientific NamePhazaca leucocera
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, dark brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various herbaceous plants or trees
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike all moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically 'inchworms' or 'loopers', moving with a characteristic looping motion.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall light brown coloration, the broad forewings with a somewhat angular apex, and the distinct dark discal spot/patch on the forewings.
Description
A light brown moth with broad, somewhat triangular forewings and rounded hindwings. The forewings feature faint darker transverse lines and a prominent dark brown discal spot/patch.
