This moth usually has a coal-black bar across the forewing.
Family
Geometridae
Biostatus
Endemic
Larva
Likely feeds on range of herbaceous plants.
Pupa
Likely pupates in cocoon in ground detritus.
Adult/Imago
Variable wing pattern, with black bar across forewing. Found all year. Flies from dusk, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
11 - 13mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Native forest, forest margins, parks, gardens, grasslands, waste places.