White-bodied Eupseudosoma
Common NameWhite-bodied Eupseudosoma
Scientific NameEupseudosoma involuta
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Wing Patternsolid
Primary Colorswhite, black, red
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, disturbed areas, plantations
Geographic RangeMexico, Central America, South America (e.g., Brazil, Peru, Ecuador)
Host PlantsMiconia, Psidium, Eucalyptus, Coffea, Citrus, Mangifera, Persea americana
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically hairy and polyphagous, feeding on a variety of broadleaf plants before pupating and emerging as adults.
Identification TipsEasily identified by its immaculate white wings with contrasting black veins and the distinctive bright red stripe running dorsally along its white abdomen.
Description
A striking moth with pure white wings featuring distinct black venation. Its body is white, but the dorsal side of the abdomen displays a prominent bright red stripe.
