Plaginota Moth
Common NamePlaginota Moth
Scientific NameAsota plaginota
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyAganainae
Wingspan (mm)45
Primary Colorstan, orange, white, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia)
Host PlantsFicus
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, nocturnal
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are known to feed on Ficus species, developing through several instars before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its bright orange head and thorax with black spots, contrasting with the light brown forewings that display prominent white venation and a single white discal spot.
Description
This moth features light brown forewings with prominent white veins and a distinct white discal spot. Its head and thorax are bright orange, adorned with several small black spots.
