Cicaya

Cicaya is a genus of moths in the family Geometridae. These moths are typically found in Southeast Asia, with species recorded in countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines. The genus Cicaya is characterized by specific wing venation patterns and genitalic structures that distinguish it from other geometrid genera. Adult moths of Cicaya species are generally moderate in size, with wingspans ranging from approximately 20 to 35 millimeters. Their coloration can vary, often featuring cryptic patterns of browns, grays, or whites that aid in camouflage against tree bark or foliage.

The larval stage, or caterpillar, of Cicaya moths is not extensively documented for all species. However, like most geometrid larvae, they are likely to be inchworms, characterized by their ability to move by arching their body and then extending the front part forward. Their diet would typically consist of leaves from various host plants, though specific host plant associations for Cicaya species are often not well-established in scientific literature. The precise ecological role and conservation status of Cicaya moths are also areas that require further research. Their contribution to the biodiversity of their respective ecosystems, like other insects, would include roles in pollination or as a food source for other animals.