Siga liris
Common NameSiga liris
Scientific NameSiga liris
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsgreen, white, dark brown
HabitatTropical forests, woodlands, and shrublands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical habitats, with multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically cryptic, often resembling twigs or leaves, feeding on foliage.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall bright green coloration, the stout green body, and the prominent, dark-outlined white discal spots on all four wings.
Description
This is a medium-sized moth with a vibrant green body and wings. Its wings feature distinctive white, kidney-shaped discal spots outlined in dark brown on both forewings and hindwings, along with some smaller irregular dark markings on the forewings.
