Yellow-bordered Looper
Common NameYellow-bordered Looper
Scientific NameNothomiza flavicosta
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyEnnominae
Wingspan (mm)35
Primary Colorsbrown, yellow
HabitatForests, woodlands
Geographic RangeAsia (e.g., China, India, Nepal, Vietnam)
Host PlantsUnknown, likely various trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical parts of its range, seasonal in temperate areas
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis with egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. Larvae are typically 'looper' caterpillars.
Identification TipsDistinguished by the prominent wavy yellow border contrasting with the brown central wing area. The yellow coloration extends to the head and thorax.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad wings, featuring a rich brown central area on both forewings and hindwings, distinctly bordered by a wavy, bright yellow margin.
