Capua semiferana is a species of moth of the family Tortricidae. It is endemic to New Zealand. This species was first described by Francis Walker in 1863.
Taxonomy This species was described by Francis Walker in 1863 and originally named Teras semiferana. The female holotype, collected by D. Bolton in Auckland, is held at the Natural History Museum, London. George Hudson discussed and illustrated this species under the name Capua semiferana in his 1928 book The butterflies and moths of New Zealand. The genus placement of this species is in need of revision.
Description
Hudson described this species as follows:
Hudson commented that this species is very variable in size, colour and intensity of markings.
Distribution This species is endemic to New Zealand and is found throughout the country.
Behaviour Although Hudson observed this species flying freely in late afternoon sunlight, adults are also attracted to light at night.
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