Yellow-spotted Earias
Common NameYellow-spotted Earias
Scientific NameEarias luteolaria
FamilyNolidae
SubfamilyChloephorinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternspotted
Primary Colorsyellow, brown, black
HabitatAgricultural fields, gardens, disturbed areas, and forests where host plants are present.
Geographic RangeAsia (e.g., India, Sri Lanka, Southeast Asia)
Host PlantsHibiscus, Abelmoschus (okra)
Flight PeriodMultiple generations, active year-round in tropical climates.
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are caterpillars that feed on the host plants, often boring into fruits or shoots. Pupation occurs in a cocoon, leading to the emergence of the adult moth.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its vibrant yellow forewings with characteristic dark spots and a subtle brownish shading on the outer edges. Its small size and typical moth posture (wings held tent-like over the body) are also key features.
Description
A small, stout-bodied moth with bright yellow forewings featuring several small, dark brown or black spots and a brownish wash towards the outer margin. The hindwings are typically paler.
