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Genus Creatonotos

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Published: 07 Aug 2026 › Updated: 07 Aug 2026Genus Creatonotos

Genus Creatonotos

Latin NameObservation dateLocation
Genus CreatonotosAugust 07 2026Central Aceh Regency,Aceh, Indonesia

It is currently the rainy season in my area, so a great many insects have started making their way into my home, especially at night. I recently discovered a truly beautiful moth; it was neither too large nor too small, yet it boasted a stunning blend of colors. Its wings featured a brown hue accented with black speckles, while its abdomen was a striking, bright orange that stood out vividly whenever it landed. However, what caught my eye the most was its white head, topped with a pair of black antennae. Personally, I find this moth extraordinarily beautiful—its charm evident in everything from its shape to its coloration. While these moths are typically found in plantations or along the forest edge—often perching on shrubs or wild grass—I was lucky enough to easily find this one right inside my own home.

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It might require considerable effort and a lengthy process to find this particular moth in its natural habitat; it is highly active and exceptionally skilled at hiding, making the search far from easy.
Alright everyone, I am now going to share some photos of this beautiful moth here.

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Camera Usedpoco c65
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Photographermaxmarvin@maxmarvin


Link to originalcommunity
Linkhttps://www.inaturalist.org/observations/388971738
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5.157276396.6280769https://www.openstreetmap.org/?mlat=5.1572763781&mlon=96.6280769527#map=12/5.1573/96.6281

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