Sarbanissa subflava
Common NameSarbanissa subflava
Scientific NameSarbanissa subflava
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyAgaristinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsdark brown, creamy white, orange
HabitatForests, woodlands, and areas with host plants in subtropical and tropical regions.
Geographic RangeIndia (Sikkim, Assam), Nepal, Myanmar, China (Yunnan).
Host PlantsBroadleaf trees and shrubs, possibly Ficus species, possibly Mallotus species
Flight PeriodWarm season, potentially multiple broods throughout the year in its range.
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar) feeding on host plants, pupa, and adult moth.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its unique dark brown and creamy-white reticulated forewing pattern, along with small orange patches, and its typical Agaristinae body shape and antennae.
Description
A medium-sized moth with dark brown forewings featuring intricate creamy-white reticulated patterns and small orange markings near the base and apex, and a hairy, dark brown body.
