Bityla defigurata facts for kids
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The Bityla defigurata is a special type of moth. It is part of a large group of moths known as the Noctuidae family. A scientist named Francis Walker first officially described this moth in 1865.
Discovering the Bityla defigurata Moth
This fascinating moth is found only in one place in the world: New Zealand. When an animal or plant lives only in a specific area, it is called "endemic" to that region. So, the Bityla defigurata moth is unique to New Zealand.
What Do Bityla Moths Eat?
The young moths, which are known as larvae or caterpillars, have a particular diet. Scientists have observed these larvae eating two types of plants. They feed on Muehlenbeckia australis and Muehlenbeckia complexa. These plants are important for the moth's life cycle.
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