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Common NameN/A
Scientific NameAustrocidaria bipartita
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)23
Primary Colorsbrown, cream, white
HabitatNative forests, shrublands
Geographic RangeNew Zealand
Host PlantsCoprosma species
Flight PeriodOctober to April
Flight Stylefluttering
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are 'loopers' (characteristic of Geometridae) and feed on Coprosma species. Pupation likely occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its complex brown and cream banded pattern, particularly the broad, dark median band and wavy subterminal line, combined with scalloped wing margins.
Description
A small to medium-sized moth with mottled brown and cream wings, featuring distinct wavy bands and scalloped edges, providing excellent camouflage.
