Coleophora monardella
(McDunnough, 1933)
Coleophora monardella is a case-bearing in the , first described by James Halliday McDunnough in 1933. The is known from limited records in North America, specifically Iowa and Ontario. Its are specialized feeders on Monarda species, particularly Monarda fistulosa, and construct distinctive annulate (ringed) larval cases. The species epithet reflects its association with Monarda plants.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Coleophora monardella: /ˌkoʊ.liˈɒf.ə.rə ˌmɒn.ərˈdɛl.ə/
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Identification
May be distinguished from other Coleophora by larval case (annulate construction) and confirmed association with Monarda plants. require dissection or examination for definitive identification within the .
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Habitat
Associated with supporting Monarda fistulosa and related Monarda , which typically include prairies, meadows, and open woodlands in eastern and central North America.
Distribution
Known from Iowa (United States) and Ontario (Canada).
Diet
feed on leaves of Monarda , specifically including Monarda fistulosa.
Host Associations
- Monarda fistulosa - larval food plantleaves
- Monarda - larval food plant-level association
Life Cycle
create an annulate (ringed) case, a characteristic structure for concealment and protection during feeding.
Ecological Role
; larval feeding on Monarda may influence plant , though specific ecological impacts have not been documented.
Similar Taxa
- Other Coleophora speciesMany Coleophora are morphologically similar and require dissection for identification; plant association with Monarda may help distinguish C. monardella in the field.
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Taxonomic history
Originally described as Haploptilia monardella by McDunnough in 1933, later transferred to Coleophora.