[1] It is endemic to New Zealand and is found in the alpine zones of the mountain ranges in Central Otago.

It can be distinguished from other species in the Hierodoris genus as on the second segment of the labial palpi it has sub-erect scales giving the appearance of a shaggy beard.

[1] It can be distinguished from other species in the Hierodoris genus as on the second segment of the labial palpi it has sub-erect scales giving the appearance of a shaggy beard.

[1] This species is endemic to New Zealand and is found in the alpine zones of the mountain ranges in Central Otago.

[1][2] Although originally this species was said to be present in eastern Fiordland this locality information was based on an incorrect identification of a male specimen of H.