Prasinocyma iosticta
Common NamePrasinocyma iosticta
Scientific NamePrasinocyma iosticta
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsgreen, white, reddish-brown
HabitatForests, woodlands, and savannas
Geographic RangeSouthern Africa
Host Plantsvarious trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in warmer regions, with peaks during rainy seasons
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are often camouflaged to resemble twigs or leaves.
Identification TipsKey features include its bright green wings with scattered white spots and the unique reddish-brown spots on the wing margins, particularly on the hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized moth with vibrant green wings adorned with numerous small white spots and distinctive reddish-brown markings along the outer margins.
