Species: Amata polymita
English Name: Tiger Wasp Moth, Tiger-Striped Clearwing Moth
Chinese Name: –
Family: Arctiidae
Description:
This moth has about 3,5 cm in wingspan. The body is yellow and black ringed. Wings are black with yellow veins and transparent patches. It is apparently active during day and night and can be observed flying over low growing vegetation.
© 2009 Charles Lam
© 2009 Charles Lam
© 2009 Phuong Tran
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References:
– Easton, E. R. (1993). The insects of Macau. Macau: University of Macau Publications Centre.