Othreis smaragdipicta (Catocalinae) is a master of disguise that blends in
perfectly with the detritus and green growth on the forest floor. Its common name
of Yellow Underwing refers to its hindwings which “flash” to startle
a would-be predator when it is disturbed and takes flight.
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The Yellow Underwing (Othreis smaragdipicta)
The Yellow Underwing (Othreis smaragdipicta). Copyright © Chin Fah Shin
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