Asaphodes albalineata facts for kids
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Asaphodes albalineata is a type of moth that belongs to the Geometridae family. This moth is found only in New Zealand, which means it is endemic to that country.
Discovering the Asaphodes albalineata Moth
This moth was first described by a scientist named Alfred Philpott in 1915. He initially named it Xanthorhoe albailineata. Philpott found the first specimen in December, high up on Table Hill on Stewart Island. Later, another expert, Dugdale, pointed out that the spelling albailineata was a mistake. The correct name for this moth is Asaphodes albalineata.
What Does Asaphodes albalineata Look Like?
This moth looks a bit like another moth called Asaphodes oraria. However, you can tell them apart by looking at the special patterns on the underside of their back wings. Philpott described these patterns as a straight white line that goes from the base of the wing almost to the edge. This line gets thinner towards the back and has a brownish-dark border underneath it. There is also a similar line above the lower edge of the wing.
Images for kids
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Illustration of A. albalineata by George Hudson.
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