Forewing length 5mm. Up curved palps. Distinct black pattern at apex of forewing.
While searching for Frosted Phoenix moth came across this elegant noctuid on wall in Oban township on Stewart Island
Flying fast and actively on a sunny morning, visiting flowers. In this case, mint.
An absolutely wild night with a UV light, I've never seen so many moths show up before. It may have even been too many moths. This was the find of the night, at least until I've had a good look at what else showed up!
I never seen this moth before. I caught it at night time on 28/2/2024.
Using the id guide to micro moths, I think it could be T. belonota. Small curved palps