Therinia lactucina
Common NameTherinia lactucina
Scientific NameTherinia lactucina
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)55
Primary Colorscream, light brown
HabitatTropical rainforests, cloud forests
Geographic RangeCentral America,South America
Host PlantsNot specifically documented
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, with peak activity varying by location
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLike other moths, it undergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar, likely an inchworm), pupa, and adult. Larval host plants are not specifically documented.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall pale, almost white or cream coloration, delicate wavy brown markings, and notably the prominent tailed hindwings, each ending with a small dark spot.
Description
A pale, cream-colored moth with intricate wavy light brown lines and speckles across its wings. Its hindwings are distinctly tailed, each tip marked with a small dark brown spot.
