Orocrambus dicrenellus facts for kids
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O. dicrenellus
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The Orocrambus dicrenellus is a special kind of moth that belongs to the Crambidae family. This family includes many different types of moths, often called "grass moths" because some of them live in grassy areas. This particular moth is quite unique because it is only found in one place in the world: New Zealand.
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Discovering the Orocrambus dicrenellus Moth
This interesting moth was first officially described in 1882. A scientist named Edward Meyrick was the one who first studied and named it. He originally called it Crambus dicrenellus, but its name was later updated to Orocrambus dicrenellus.
Where Does This Moth Live?
The Orocrambus dicrenellus moth is an endemic species. This means it naturally lives only in New Zealand and nowhere else on Earth. You can find it in the central part of the South Island of New Zealand.
Its home is usually in high-up places. It prefers areas known as alpine and subalpine tussock grasslands. These are open, grassy areas found in mountains, often above the tree line.
What Does the Orocrambus dicrenellus Moth Look Like?
The Orocrambus dicrenellus moth is a medium-sized moth. Its wingspan, which is the distance from the tip of one wing to the tip of the other when spread out, is usually between 29 and 33 millimeters. That's about the length of two small paperclips side-by-side!
When Can You See This Moth?
Adult Orocrambus dicrenellus moths are typically seen flying during the warmer months. They have been recorded on the wing from November through February. This is during the summer season in New Zealand.
