Platinata Moth
Common NamePlatinata Moth
Scientific NamePhrygionis platinata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorspale green, white, brown, yellow, orange, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and gardens
Geographic RangeNeotropical region (Central and South America)
Host PlantsUndocumented, likely various broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are 'inchworms' that move by looping their bodies, feeding on host plant foliage before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its pale green/white base color with strong dark stripes, and the bright orange-yellow hindwing margin adorned with black spots. The overall wing shape is typical of Geometridae.
Description
A medium-sized moth with pale green to whitish wings featuring prominent dark brown or grey transverse stripes. The hindwings have a distinctive orange-yellow margin with small black spots.
