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Agathia sp.
This beautiful Emerald Moth (Agathia sp.) is from the geometer moth family (Geometridae). The name Geometer (earth-measurer) refers to the means of locomotion of the larvae or caterpillars, which lack most of the prolegs of other Lepidopteran caterpillars. Equipped with appendages at both ends of the body, a caterpillar will clasp with its front legs and draw up the hind end, then clasp with the hind end (prolegs) and reach out for a new front attachment. This gives the impression it is measuring its journey. Adult Agathia moths are green with brown markings. The hindwings are unusual in having a cusp halfway along the margin.
Urban garden.
Spotted on Jan 18, 2014
Submitted on Jan 18, 2014
20 Comments
Papa said its a perfect composition. Pink and pastel green are absolute complementary colors.
This moth was wonderful in leaf pteridophyta, that reminds me of a bone structure.
Thank you ChristosMaroulis!
Nice!!
Thanks Chun! :)
You've done it again, Leana.
You have shared another amazing spotting!
Thank you staccyh!
Gorgeous! Great series Leana.
Yes it is Adi. Thank you!
Very beautiful Leana :)
@Nuwan, is this an Agathia pisina? Thanks!
Nice!
Thank you Lucinda! :)
Thank you Jopy and ViSarancha! :)
unbelievable!
wonderful moth :)
Thank you Johan! :)
Gorgeous and the flower in the background makes the green look even more vibrant!
Beautiful!
Agathia pisina? Please help confirm ID...