Thalassodes immissaria
Common NameThalassodes immissaria
Scientific NameThalassodes immissaria
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)40
Primary Colorsgreen, orange
HabitatForests, woodlands, gardens, and areas with host plants in tropical and subtropical regions.
Geographic RangeWidespread across the Indo-Australian tropics, including parts of Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, China, Japan), Southeast Asia, and Australia.
Host PlantsMangifera indica, Schinus terebinthifolius, Rhus, Litchi chinensis
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates; multiple generations in warmer months in subtropical areas.
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically camouflaged, feeding on various plant species.
Identification TipsKey features include the bright green coloration, the subtle white transverse lines on the wings, and the prominent orange or reddish-brown border along the wing edges.
Description
A medium-sized moth characterized by its vibrant green wings, often adorned with faint white wavy lines and a distinctive orange or reddish-brown fringe along all wing margins.
