Somena pulverea
Common NameSomena pulverea
Scientific NameSomena pulverea
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsyellow, brown
HabitatLowland tropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Borneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely polyphagous on broadleaf trees
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, specific peaks unknown
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike other Lymantriinae, it undergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy and feed on various plants before pupating into a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright yellow color combined with the fine, dark speckling across the forewings and the notably feathery antennae.
Description
This moth is characterized by its entirely bright yellow, fluffy body and wings. Its forewings are densely covered with fine, dark brown speckles, and it possesses prominent, feathery antennae.
