Coleophora latronella
McDunnough, 1940
Coleophora latronella is a case-bearing in the Coleophoridae, described by McDunnough in 1940. The is known from eastern Canada, with records from Nova Scotia. Its larvae are seed-feeders on Juncus (rush) species and construct distinctive trivalved, tubular silken cases.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Coleophora latronella: /kəˌliːˈɑfərə ˌlætrəˈnɛlə/
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Identification
The trivalved, tubular silken case constructed by larvae is a diagnostic feature of the Coleophora; specific identification of C. latronella likely requires examination of genitalia or larval case in combination with plant association. Adults are small with narrow wings typical of the .
Habitat
Associated with wetland or moist supporting Juncus (rush) , the larval plants.
Distribution
Canada: recorded from Nova Scotia; likely more widespread in eastern Canada given the distribution of its plants.
Diet
Larvae feed on seeds of Juncus .
Host Associations
- Juncus - larval seeds consumed
Life Cycle
Larvae construct a trivalved, tubular silken case in which they develop. Case-bearing habit is characteristic of the Coleophoridae.
Behavior
Larval case construction: trivalved, tubular silken case.
Ecological Role
Seed on Juncus in wetland .
Similar Taxa
- Other Coleophora speciesMany Coleophora construct similar larval cases; differentiation requires examination of , genitalia, or plant specificity.
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Taxonomic note
Described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1940.