Asaphodes beata

Ab L
Photo by Olivier Ball

A beautiful moth found in native forest clearings.

Family
Geometridae
Biostatus
Endemic
Host Plant
Watercress, etc.
Larva
Feeds on watercress, etc.
Pupa
Pupates in cocoon on ground.
Adult/Imago
Black mark inside white spot on forewing. August to March. Flies at night, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
11 - 14mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Native forest clearings.

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