Erechthias fulguritella is a species of moth in the family Tineidae. It was first described by Francis Walker in 1863. This species is endemic to New Zealand and can be found in both the North and South Islands. It inhabits native forest and scrub. Larvae of this species likely feed on dead plant debris and they have been observed feeding amongst the dead cones of Pinus radiata. Adults are on the wing from October to February and are variable in appearance both in colour and in wing markings.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Erechthias fulguritella being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Lepidoptera
- Family
- Tineidae
- Genus
- Erechthias
- Species
- Erechthias fulguritella
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