Usually common, found throughout the country. Occurs in native forest, shrubland, gardens and/or pasture.
Family
Crambidae
Biostatus
Endemic
Host Plant
Mosses, grass.
Larva
Feeds on moss and grass. Shelters in moss cushion base.
Pupa
Pupates in cocoon in moss.
Adult/Imago
Spring to autumn, sometimes winter. May be disturbed from rocks, tree trunks, tussocks by day. Attracted to light at night.
Forewing Length
8 - 11.5mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Native forest, shrubland, gardens, grasslands, pasture.