A common moth now since it arrived in 1984. It is considered a minor pest as the larvae feed on crops such as soybean and brassicas.
Family
Noctuidae
Biostatus
Adventive
Host Plant
A wide range of low-growing plants (especially parsley, lucerne, soybean, brassicas).
Larva
Looper-like. Feeds on a wide range of plants, including crop and garden plants. Considered as a minor pest.
Pupa
Pupates in a silk cocoon in host leaves.
Adult/Imago
February to June. Flies from dusk, attracted to light and flowers.
Forewing Length
16 - 18.5mm
Range
NZ
Habitat
Parks, gardens, cultivated areas, weedy places.
