'Fred the Thread' and the Houdini moth

A mystery moth that grows from what is thought to be the world's skinniest caterpillar has received its new scientific name after confounding experts for years.

Adult 'Houdini' moth. Image: Birgit Rhode, Landcare Research

Fred the Thread on Sporadanthus: Image: Birgit Rhode Landcare Research

Sporadanthus ferrugineus. Image: Danny Thornburrow, Landcare Research

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