Holcocera villella
(Busck, 1901)
Holcocera villella is a small in the . It has been documented in multiple U.S. states spanning both coasts. The larvae are known to feed on pine seeds, making this a conifer seed .
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Holcocera villella: //ˌhɒlkoʊˈsɪərə vɪˈlɛlə//
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Habitat
Associated with pine forests and woodlands where Pinus occur.
Distribution
United States: Maryland, Oregon, Maine, and California.
Diet
Larvae feed on seeds of Pinus .
Host Associations
- Pinus - larval food sourceseed
Ecological Role
Seed of pine .
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Taxonomic note
Described by August Busck in 1901.