Red-bodied Eudryas Moth
Common NameRed-bodied Eudryas Moth
Scientific NameLerina incarnata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)50
Wing Patterniridescent
Primary Colorsgreen, red, blue
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, cloud forests
Geographic RangeCentral America (Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Panama) and northern South America (Colombia, Ecuador)
Host PlantsSolanum species, various broadleaf plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy caterpillars that feed on host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its unique combination of iridescent green/blue wings and a bright, furry red head, thorax, and abdomen.
Description
A striking moth with iridescent metallic green or blue-green wings, a vibrant red, densely furry head and thorax, and a red abdomen often marked with black dorsal spots.
