Coleophora quadrilineella
Chambers, 1878
Coleophora quadrilineella is a case-bearing in the Coleophoridae, first described by Chambers in 1878. The is known from the United States, with records from Kentucky and Manitoba, Canada. Larvae are seed-feeders on Juncus (rush) species, constructing distinctive tubular silken seed cases.
Pronunciation
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Identification
likely display the four longitudinal lines suggested by the specific epithet 'quadrilineella' (Latin: four-lined). Larvae are distinguished by their tubular silken seed cases constructed on Juncus plants. Definitive identification requires examination of adult genitalia or larval case .
Habitat
Associated with wetlands and moist supporting Juncus (rush) plants.
Distribution
United States (Kentucky) and Canada (Manitoba).
Diet
Larvae feed on seeds of Juncus .
Host Associations
- Juncus - larval food plantseed-feeder
Life Cycle
Larvae create tubular silken seed cases on plants. presumably occurs within the larval case, as typical for Coleophoridae.
Behavior
Larvae construct portable silken cases for protection while feeding on seeds.
Ecological Role
Seed on Juncus, potentially influencing rush in wetland .
Similar Taxa
- Other Coleophora speciesMany Coleophora larvae feed on seeds and construct similar cases; plant association and genitalia are required for definitive separation.
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Taxonomic note
The specific epithet 'quadrilineella' references four lines, likely on the forewings of the .