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Ischalis gallaria

FamilyGeometridae GenusIschalis NZ statusEndemic

Ischalis gallaria, the striped fern looper, is an endemic New Zealand moth in the family Geometridae. Its larvae feed on fern fronds, and the brown patterned adults use strong dead-leaf camouflage when resting. NZ status: Endemic.

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