Species profile

Nyctemera annulata

FamilyErebidae GenusNyctemera NZ statusEndemic

The hairy caterpillars feed on groundsel, ragwort and other Senecio relatives and are commonly known as woolly bears. Adults are conspicuous black-and-white moths that are frequently active during daylight.

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