Eudonia hemiplaca facts for kids
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The Eudonia hemiplaca is a small moth that belongs to the Crambidae family. It was first described by a scientist named Edward Meyrick in 1899. This special moth is found only in New Zealand, meaning it is endemic to that country.
Meet the Eudonia hemiplaca Moth!
This section will tell you more about this unique moth, including what it looks like and what its young ones eat.
What Does It Look Like?
The Eudonia hemiplaca moth is quite small. Its wingspan, which is the distance from one wingtip to the other, is about 18 millimeters. That's less than an inch!
Its front wings are mostly dark brown or grayish-brown. They can even have a slight purple shine. You might see a faint, lighter line on the lower part of these wings. There's also a white spot that looks a bit like a rectangle. This spot has some dark brown specks and is outlined by a dark, blurry area.
Another lighter line can be seen on the front wings. This line has a darker edge and forms a small white dot near the front edge of the wing. The back wings of the moth are a light gray color. They might show hints of a faint, lighter line across the middle.
What Do They Eat?
When the Eudonia hemiplaca moth is in its larval stage (like a caterpillar), it has a specific diet. These young moths have been seen eating mosses. Mosses are small, soft green plants that often grow in damp, shady places.
