Ichneutica infensa
Scientific NameIchneutica infensa
FamilyNoctuidae
SubfamilyNoctuinae
Wingspan (mm)34
Primary Colorsbrown, bronze, reddish-brown
HabitatGrasslands, shrublands, open forests, disturbed areas
Geographic RangeNew Zealand
Host Plantsvarious grasses, herbaceous plants
Flight PeriodSeptember to May
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesUndergoes complete metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult). Larvae are polyphagous, feeding on grasses and herbaceous plants, often active at night.
Identification TipsKey features include the overall dull reddish-brown to bronze coloration of the forewings, the subtle and often indistinct markings, and its robust body shape. Distinguishing it from similar Ichneutica species often requires close examination of specific wing patterns or genitalia.
Description
This is a medium-sized, robust moth with dull reddish-brown to bronze forewings, featuring subtle darker lines and small, indistinct pale stigmata. Its hindwings are typically paler brown.
