Tridrepana flava
Common NameTridrepana flava
Scientific NameTridrepana flava
FamilyDrepanidae
SubfamilyDrepaninae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsyellow, orange, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Borneo, Sumatra, Java, Sulawesi, Philippines)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely arboreal
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are typically cryptic and feed on the leaves of host trees.
Identification TipsKey features include the distinctive hooked forewing tips, the bright yellow-orange ground color, and the specific pattern of dark brown wavy lines and spots on both forewings and hindwings.
Description
A medium-sized moth with bright yellow-orange wings, characterized by a strongly hooked forewing apex and intricate dark brown markings including a wavy subterminal line and discal spots.
