Southern Bracca
Common NameSouthern Bracca
Scientific NameBracca subalbata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)45
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, black, grey
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, lowland areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., Malaysia, Indonesia, Borneo, Sumatra, Java, Philippines)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates, with multiple broods
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis, with larvae feeding on foliage of various broadleaf plants before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its unique and intricate wing pattern featuring a dense arrangement of black spots on a contrasting yellow-orange and pale blue-grey background.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its striking wing pattern of numerous black spots distributed across a background of vibrant yellow-orange and pale blue-grey, with a dark grey body.
