Tiger-Striped Wasp Moth
Common NameTiger-Striped Wasp Moth
Scientific NameAmata huebneri
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsorange, black, yellowish-white
HabitatOpen woodlands, grasslands, gardens, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia, India, Australia
Host Plantsvarious low-growing plants, grasses, lichens
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, warmer months elsewhere
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis: egg, larva (caterpillar), pupa, and adult. Larvae are typically hairy and feed on low-growing vegetation.
Identification TipsKey features include its bright orange and black striped body, clear or semi-transparent yellowish wing patches, and its mimicry of wasps in appearance and flight.
Description
This moth exhibits a striking black and orange striped abdomen, black antennae, and dark wings adorned with prominent, somewhat translucent yellowish-white or pale orange patches.
