About Wiseana copularis (Meyrick, 1912)
For Wiseana copularis, adult males have a wingspan of 34–40 mm, while adult females have a wingspan of 43–52 mm. The forewings of this species range in color from dark brown to pale brown, and the hindwings range from pallid to infuscate. W. copularis has variable wing patterning, and is visually very similar to four other species in the genus Wiseana. Adult male W. copularis can be distinguished by their long, rectangular antennal pectinations. To confirm species identification for specimens, the recommended method is microscopic examination of the genitalia, or alternatively mitochondrial DNA analysis. This species is endemic to New Zealand. It is common in the Wairarapa and Wellington districts, and found throughout the South Island. W. copularis prefers moist sites within shrubland and grassland habitats. Known host species for W. copularis larvae are Lolium perenne and Trifolium repens.
