Xanadoses facts for kids
The Kamahi bark scribbler (scientific name: Xanadoses nielseni) is a tiny moth that lives only in New Zealand. It's the only known species in its group, called Xanadoses. This special moth belongs to a family of moths known as Cecidosidae.
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X. nielseni
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Meet the Kamahi Bark Scribbler!
The Kamahi bark scribbler is a very small moth. It gets its common name because it lives near Kamahi trees in New Zealand. Scientists call it Xanadoses nielseni.
What Does It Look Like?
This little moth has a dark body. Its wings have special shiny parts that look like dark metal. It's quite small, so you might need to look closely to spot one!
Where Does It Live?
The Kamahi bark scribbler is found only in New Zealand. When an animal or plant lives only in one specific place, it is called endemic to that area. This means you won't find the Kamahi bark scribbler anywhere else in the world!
How Was It Discovered?
Scientists Robert J. B. Hoare and John S. Dugdale officially described this moth in 2003. When scientists "describe" a species, it means they give it a scientific name and write down all its features. They named this species nielseni to honor another scientist, Ebbe Nielsen.
