Easily recognised by its wing shape and the black collar on the thorax. Indeed, in Britain related species are known as 'blacknecks'.
Family
Erebidae
Biostatus
Adventive
Host Plant
Shrubs and herbaceous plants (e.g. lucerne).
Larva
Feeds on host.
Pupa
Pupates under loose bark.
Adult/Imago
Unique wing shape, black 'collar' on thorax. Found all year. Flies at night, attracted to light. Arrived in NZ in 2004, established and spreading south.
Forewing Length
17 - 19mm
Range
Northern North Island.
Habitat
Gardens, forest edges and clearings, weedy areas, coastal dunes.