Ranruna Lichen Moth
Common NameRanruna Lichen Moth
Scientific NameNudaria ranruna
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Primary Colorspale yellow, cream, brown, black
HabitatWoodlands, rocky areas, and other environments with abundant lichens
Geographic RangeEast Asia (specifically Taiwan)
Host Plantslichens, algae
Flight PeriodSummer months
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae typically feed on lichens and algae, characteristic of the Lithosiini tribe within Arctiinae.
Identification TipsKey features include its small size, pale yellowish-cream forewings with wavy yellowish-brown bands, and the prominent black discal spot on each forewing.
Description
A small moth with pale cream to yellowish forewings marked with wavy, yellowish-brown transverse bands and a distinct black discal spot.
