This elegant plume moth is easily recognised by its very narrow wings, more or less notched and divided into lobes or 'plumes'.
Family
Pterophoridae
Biostatus
Endemic
Host Plant
Plantain
Larva
Feeds on plaintain seedheads.
Pupa
Attached from silk pad on host plant to abdomen (no cocoon).
Adult/Imago
Long delicate legs. Very narrow wings with notched pattern divided into lobes. Found all year. Active at night, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
7 - 10.5mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Native forest edges and clearings, shrublands, waste ground, gardens, coastal dunes.