Asaphodes abrogata
Common NameAsaphodes abrogata
Scientific NameAsaphodes abrogata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellowish-orange, brown
HabitatNative forests, shrublands, and open areas
Geographic RangeNew Zealand
Host Plantsvarious native plants
Flight PeriodSpring to autumn
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis; larvae are 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that feed on various plants.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its specific yellowish-orange and dark brown wavy banding pattern, particularly the distinct dark discal spots, and its overall size and shape typical of a geometrid moth from New Zealand.
Description
A medium-sized moth with yellowish-orange wings marked by prominent wavy dark brown bands and distinct dark discal spots on both forewings and hindwings.
