Lyssa zampa, the tropical swallowtail moth or Laos brown butterfly, is a moth of the family Uraniidae. The species was first described by British entomologist Arthur Gardiner Butler in 1869.The species is native to a wide range of tropical South-East Asia: Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and the Philippines. It is also recorded from Andaman Islands, southern China, the Himalayas, and sporadically in East Asia: Taiwan, Japan and South Korea. The forewing length is about 70 mm (2.8 in) and the wingspan reaches a maximum of 160 mm (6.3 in).It is most abundant from May to November depending on the location. The genus Lyssa is generally categorized as a nocturnal or crepuscular group, but this species has been found to be active both during the day and at night. This species is also known for its mass emergence and migration. Because of that ecology and the habit that they are often attracted by urban bright lights, this species can attract human attention.The larvae feed on Endospermum and other members of the rubber tree family (Euphorbiaceae).

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Lyssa zampa is considered a tree pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of various tree species, causing defoliation and potentially weakening the trees' overall health and vitality.

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Lyssa zampa can be considered garden pests because their larvae feed on the leaves of various garden plants, potentially causing damage and reducing the aesthetic appeal of the garden.

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Lyssa zampa can be considered crop pests because their larvae have been known to feed on the leaves of certain crop plants, leading to reduced crop yield and potential economic losses for farmers.

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Lyssa zampa is considered a pest because its larvae feed on the leaves of trees, garden plants, and certain crops, causing damage and potentially reducing the health, aesthetic appeal, and economic value of these plants.

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