Dark Coprosma Carpet
Common NameDark Coprosma Carpet
Scientific NameChloroclystis inductata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)20
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsgreen, brown, grey
HabitatForests, shrublands, and areas with host plants
Geographic RangeNew Zealand
Host PlantsCoprosma robusta, Coprosma lucida, various Coprosma species
Flight PeriodYear-round (multiple broods)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis. Larvae are 'loopers' or 'inchworms' typical of the Geometridae family, feeding on the leaves of Coprosma shrubs before pupating.
Identification TipsKey identification features include its distinctive mossy green and brown variegated pattern, often with wavy lines and patches, and its association with Coprosma plants in New Zealand.
Description
This small moth exhibits a highly intricate and cryptic wing pattern, predominantly in shades of mossy green, dark brown, and grey, providing excellent camouflage against bark or lichen.
