Cizara ardeniae explained

Cizara ardeniae, the coprosma hawk moth, is a moth of the family Sphingidae. The species was first described by John Lewin in 1805.

Distribution

It is known from the eastern coastal region of Australia and New Zealand.

Description

The wingspan is about 60 mm.[1]

Biology

The larvae have been recorded feeding on various Rubiaceae species, including Coprosma repens, Coprosma quadrifida, Coprosma lucida and Myrmecodia beccarii.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Herbison-Evans . Don . Crossley . Stella . amp . 1 April 2014 . Cizara ardeniae (Lewin, 1805) Coprosma Hawk Moth . Australian Caterpillars and their Butterflies and Moths . 4 December 2018.