The adult moths of this species have black forewings with a long white triangle extending from the base. The hindwings are each white with three black spots and a broad black margin. The body is a contrasting yellow with black spots. The underside is similar to the upper surface. The wingspan is about 6 cms.

underside
(Photo: courtesy of Jan MacDonald, Mackay)

This species is found in south-east Asia, including :

north Queensland.

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Further reading :

Ian F.B. Common,
Moths of Australia, Melbourne University Press, 1990, p. 442.

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