Pronola magniplaga
Common NamePronola magniplaga
Scientific NamePronola magniplaga
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, black
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSouth America
Host Plantsunknown
Flight Periodunknown
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis, progressing through egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Larvae of related species are often hairy.
Identification TipsThe unique combination of bright yellow wings with a single, large, solid black central spot on the forewings makes it highly distinctive for identification.
Description
This moth features bright yellow forewings prominently marked with a large, solid black oval patch covering the central area. Its head and thorax are also yellow, contrasting with the black patch.
