Seven-spotted Handmaiden Moth
Common NameSeven-spotted Handmaiden Moth
Scientific NameAmata cyssea
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsblack, white, orange
HabitatGardens, forests, disturbed areas, tropical and subtropical regions
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, India, China, Australia
Host PlantsMikania scandens, Chromolaena odorata, various herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, warmer months in subtropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLike most moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. The larvae are typically hairy.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its black wings with distinct white spots and a black abdomen with striking orange bands. Its coloration often mimics wasps, serving as a warning to predators.
Description
A medium-sized moth with black wings adorned with prominent white spots, and a black abdomen marked with bright orange bands.
