Thyatira mexicana
Common NameThyatira mexicana
Scientific NameThyatira mexicana
FamilyDrepanidae
SubfamilyThyatirinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsdark brown, olive green, cream, yellowish-orange
HabitatWoodlands, forests, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeMexico, Central America, occasionally southern Arizona and Texas (USA)
Host PlantsRubus (blackberry, raspberry)
Flight PeriodMultiple broods, typically spring to fall depending on latitude
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae feed on the leaves of host plants before pupating.
Identification TipsDistinguished by the unique pattern of irregular creamy and yellowish blotches on a dark olive-brown background of the forewings. The overall robust body and antennae are typical of the Thyatirinae subfamily.
Description
A medium-sized moth with dark olive-brown forewings featuring prominent, irregular creamy white and yellowish-orange blotches, especially along the costa and outer margin. The thorax is also yellowish-brown.
