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Barea spp.
(near confusella)

B L
Photo by Olivier Ball

There are now five or more species here in NZ, having been accidentally brought in from Australia.

Family
Oecophoridae
Biostatus
Adventive
Host Plant
Wide range of plants, including manuka, mahoe and gooseberry.
Larva
Feeds on dead wood from many plant species in winter.
Pupa
Pupates in feeding place.
Adult/Imago
Black and grey forewings. November to February. Fly at night, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
8.5 - 12mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Parks, gardens, native forest clearings and margins.

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