Psychophasma erosa
Common NamePsychophasma erosa
Scientific NamePsychophasma erosa
FamilyThyrididae
SubfamilyThyridinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Primary Colorstan, black, brown
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeCentral America (Mexico)
Flight PeriodUnknown
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva, pupa, and adult. Specific details on larval host plants and habits for this species are unknown, though Thyrididae larvae are often internal feeders.
Identification TipsKey features include the largely transparent wings with dark veins, the pale tan body, and the deeply scalloped hindwing margins. The overall cryptic appearance also aids in identification.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth characterized by its largely transparent wings with prominent dark brown venation and irregular dark markings. Its body is pale tan, and the hindwings feature distinctive deeply scalloped or 'eroded' margins.
