Throana pectinifer
Common NameThroana pectinifer
Scientific NameThroana pectinifer
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyCalpinae
Wingspan (mm)30
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsdark brown, brown, tan
HabitatLowland forests
Geographic RangeBorneo, Sumatra, Peninsular Malaysia
Host PlantsShorea (Dipterocarpaceae)
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods in tropical regions)
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Eggs hatch into larvae that feed on specific host plants, such as Shorea trees, before pupating and emerging as adult moths.
Identification TipsKey identification features include the highly irregular and jagged wing margins, the overall dead-leaf or bark mimicry, and the distinctive raised, textured, lichen-like patches on the forewings. Males typically have pectinate (comb-like) antennae.
Description
This moth exhibits remarkable camouflage, with its dark brown, irregularly shaped wings mimicking a dead leaf or bark. Its forewings feature raised, mottled tan and yellowish-brown patches, enhancing its cryptic appearance.
