Spotted Eulepidotis
Common NameSpotted Eulepidotis
Scientific NameEulepidotis guttata
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyEulepidotinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsorange, brown, white, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeNeotropical region (Central and South America)
Host PlantsVarious broadleaf trees, possibly Fabaceae
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically cryptic, feeding on host plant leaves before pupating.
Identification TipsLook for the unique combination of orange-brown wings with the large, round white central spot and the crisp white transverse band on the forewings, all edged in black.
Description
This moth has rich orange-brown forewings adorned with striking white markings, including a prominent central spot, a distinct transverse band, and smaller marginal spots, all sharply outlined in black. The hindwings are a similar orange-brown with darker edges.
