Larvae occasionally feed on apple.
Family
Noctuidae
Biostatus
Endemic
Host Plant
Wide range of low-growing plants, sometimes apples.
Larva
Feeds on host.
Pupa
Pupates in detritus or a chamber within soil.
Adult/Imago
Variable colouring. Found all year. Flies at night, attracted to light.
Forewing Length
14.5 - 19mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Native forest, shrubland, parks, gardens, orchards, pasture, coastal areas.