''Dryadaula pactolia'' is a
species of
moth in the family
Tineidae.
It was
described by Edward Meyrick in 1901.
This species is
endemic to
New Zealand.
but it is occasional in Europe (British Isles including Ireland , Germany
Switzerland)
The larva feeds on the fungus ''
Zasmidium cellare
''Zasmidium cellare'', also known as cellar mold, is a species of fungus that exists in dark, ethanol-rich environments and is brown to black in colour. This species primarily exists in wine and brandy cellars in central and southern Europe, but ...
'' found in wine cellars and breweries.
References
External links
Image of adult moth''Dryadaula pactolia'' at UKmothsLepiforum de
Tineidae
Endemic fauna of New Zealand
Moths described in 1901
Moths of New Zealand
Taxa named by Edward Meyrick
Endemic moths of New Zealand
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