Radiant Apsarasa
Common NameRadiant Apsarasa
Scientific NameApsarasa radians
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyAganainae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsblack, cream
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, often near streams or humid areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines)
Host PlantsFicus species
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, typically nocturnal
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy and feed on Ficus species before pupating into an adult moth.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the bold, cream-colored, wedge-shaped marginal stripes on a black background across all wings, a pattern that is quite distinctive for this species.
Description
A striking medium-sized moth with black wings adorned with prominent cream-colored, wedge-shaped stripes along the margins of both forewings and hindwings.
