Holcocera crassicornella
Dietz, 1910
Holcocera crassicornella is a small in the Blastobasidae, described by Dietz in 1910. It is to southern Florida, with forewings measuring 5.5–7.8 mm. The larvae are known to feed on fruit of loquat (Eriobotrya japonica) and have also been recorded on red maple (Acer rubrum).
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Holcocera crassicornella: /hɔlkoʊˈsɛrə kræsɪkɔrˈnɛlə/
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Identification
Distinguished from other Holcocera by geographic restriction to southern Florida and association with loquat fruit. Forewing length of 5.5–7.8 mm may aid in identification, though specific diagnostic characters distinguishing it from are not documented in available sources.
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Appearance
Small with forewings 5.5–7.8 mm in length. No detailed description of coloration or wing pattern is available in the provided sources.
Habitat
Associated with fruit-bearing trees in southern Florida. Larval is within fruit of plants.
Distribution
to southern Florida, United States.
Diet
Larvae feed on fruit of Eriobotrya japonica (loquat). Also recorded on fruit of Acer rubrum (red maple).
Host Associations
- Eriobotrya japonica - larval food sourcefruit
- Acer rubrum - larval food sourcefruit; secondary
Ecological Role
Fruit-feeding larva; may act as a minor pest of cultivated loquat in southern Florida.
Human Relevance
Potential minor pest of loquat (Eriobotrya japonica), a cultivated fruit tree.
Similar Taxa
- Other Holcocera speciesCongeneric share general ; geographic range and association with loquat may help distinguish H. crassicornella
More Details
Taxonomic history
Described by William G. Dietz in 1910. Placed in Holcocerinae within Blastobasidae.