Lichen Moth
Eilema sp.
Normally the moth keeps its wings folded when at rest. Attracted to electric light at night, Eldoret, Kenya, Dec. 2014.
The immature stage of this moth is a larva (caterpillar) that feeds on various kinds of lichens. The bright color is probably related to toxic chemicals inside the insect's body - a warning to potential insectivores. There may be 15 or more species of Eilema moths in Kenya and many more species of Lithosiini tiger moths.