Yellow-spotted Tussock Moth
Common NameYellow-spotted Tussock Moth
Scientific NameNygmia icilia
FamilyErebidae
SubfamilyLymantriinae
Wingspan (mm)27.5
Primary Colorsyellow, dark brown, black
HabitatTropical and subtropical forests, woodlands
Geographic RangeSoutheast Asia (India, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, China)
Host Plantsvarious broadleaf trees and shrubs
Flight PeriodYear-round in tropical climates
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are typically hairy and polyphagous, feeding on various broadleaf plants.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive bright yellow coloration combined with the dark brown central band and yellow spots on the forewings, and its very hairy body.
Description
A medium-sized moth with a bright yellow, hairy body and forewings. The forewings feature a broad, dark brown central band containing several distinct yellow spots, with fine black speckling towards the outer margins.
