Stigmella oriastra



Stigmella oriastra is a moth of the family Nepticulidae. It is found in New Zealand.

The length of the forewings is about 3 mm. Adults have been recorded in January and from October to December. There is probably one generation per year.

The larvae feed on Celmisia species, including Celmisia coriacea. They mine the leaves of their host plant. Larva have been recorded in February, April and May. They are 3–4 mm long and pale yellow.

The cocoon is buff and spun among debris on the ground.