Leuroperna sera

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Photo by Olivier Ball

These moths rest with their antennae held forward in front of their heads in a V shape.

Family
Plutellidae
Biostatus
Adventive
Host Plant
Watercress and plants in the cabbage family (Brassicaceae)
Larva
Feeds on plants in cabbage family.
Adult/Imago
Swarm over watercress.
Forewing Length
6 - 7.5mm
Range
North Island and as far south as Christchurch in South Island.
Habitat
Native forest clearings, gardens, cultivated areas.

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