Claim: Teldenia seriata is found in New Guinea, its length of forewings is 12–14 mm and they are buff.
Evidence: It is found in New Guinea and on Goodenough Island. The length of the forewings is 12–14 mm for males and 13.5-14.5 mm for females. The costa and fringe of the forewings of the males are buff, while those of the females are paler.