Painted apple moth in New Zealand explained

The painted apple moth (Teia anartoides or Orgyia anartoides) is an invasive species that was eradicated from New Zealand.

The moth is a native to Australia but in May 1999 it was found in Glendene, Auckland. A controversial spray programme was carried out to eradicate the moth.^[1]

See also

• Pesticides in New Zealand

External links

• Painted Apple Moth at Biosecurity New Zealand
• Painted Apple Moth at Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Notes and References

1. Derraik. José G B. 25 July 2008. The potential direct impacts on human health resulting from the establishment of the painted apple moth (Teia anartoides) in New Zealand. New Zealand Medical Journal . New Zealand Medical Association . 121 . 1278 . 35–40 . 18670468 . 1175-8716 . 29 July 2010.