White-spotted Macrocneme
Common NameWhite-spotted Macrocneme
Scientific NameMacrocneme leucostigma
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyArctiinae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsblue, green, black, white
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, forest edges, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeMexico to Central and South America (e.g., Brazil, Ecuador, Peru)
Host PlantsMikania spp.
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical regions, or during warmer months
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are typically hairy and feed on host plants before pupating in a cocoon.
Identification TipsLook for the iridescent blue-green coloration, prominent white spots on the body, and white-tipped antennae. Its slender body and coloration contribute to a wasp-mimicking appearance.
Description
A medium-sized moth with an iridescent blue-green body and forewings, dark hindwings, and distinctive white spots on the thorax and abdomen. It has black antennae tipped with white and black legs with white markings.
