Chloroclystis inductata facts for kids
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Chloroclystis
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C. inductata
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Chloroclystis inductata is a type of moth that belongs to the Geometridae family. This special moth is only found in New Zealand. It was first discovered and described by a scientist named Francis Walker in 1862. One cool way to tell the male moths apart is by the unique wavy, or 'scalloped,' edges on their back wings.
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All About the Chloroclystis inductata Moth
This moth is a fascinating insect that lives only in New Zealand. It's part of a large group of moths called Geometridae, often known as "inchworm moths" because of how their caterpillars move.
What Does It Look Like?
The Chloroclystis inductata moth is quite small. The male moths have a special feature: their back wings have a wavy or 'scalloped' edge. This makes them easy to identify!
Where Does It Live?
This moth is endemic to New Zealand. This means it naturally lives only in New Zealand and nowhere else in the world.
What Do They Eat?
The young moths, called larvae or caterpillars, enjoy eating the flowers of different plants. This helps them grow and get ready to become adult moths.
