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Olenisia is a genus of moths in the family Erebidae. The genus was first described by Charles Oberthür in 1914. Olenisia moths are found in Madagascar.

The genus Olenisia currently contains two recognized species:

Olenisia madagascariensis (Oberthür, 1914)

Olenisia notabilis (Walker, 1865)

The adult moths of Olenisia are characterized by their moderate size and distinctive wing patterns. While specific details about their life cycle and behavior are limited in readily available public literature, like many moths, they are believed to undergo complete metamorphosis, involving egg, larval (caterpillar), pupal, and adult stages. The larvae likely feed on specific host plants within their Madagascan habitat, though these are not extensively documented. Adult moths are generally nocturnal or crepuscular, feeding on nectar from flowers. Further research is needed to fully understand the ecological roles and conservation status of Olenisia species.