Physetica homoscia is a species of moth of the family Noctuidae. It is endemic to New Zealand and is found throughout the country, including the Auckland Islands. This species inhabits areas where its host plants are common, and this includes costal dune habitats. It lives at a wide range of altitudes, from sea-level to at least 1750 m. The larvae of P. homoscia feed on Ozothamnus leptophyllus and Ozothamnus vauvilliersii. They are very active and drop to the ground when disturbed. Larvae are parasitised by a species of fly. This species pupates in the soil, and the pupa life stage lasts approximately 6 weeks.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Physetica homoscia 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
- Noctuidae
- Genus
- Physetica
- Species
- Physetica homoscia
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