Coleophora trifolii
(Curtis, 1833)
large clover case-bearer, trefoil thick-horned tinea
A small in the with a wingspan of 15–20 mm, characterized by metallic bronzegreen coloration and pale fringing the . are and active from June to July. The are seed-feeders, developing from July to September on Melilotus . The species is distributed across Europe, North Africa, Asia Minor, Afghanistan, and North America.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Coleophora trifolii: /koʊˈliːəˌfɔrə traɪˈfoʊli.aɪ/
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Identification
Certain identification requires microscopic examination of the . The metallic bronzegreen coloration with pale distinguishes it from many other small , but definitive identification relies on internal .
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Distribution
Europe, North Africa, Asia Minor, Afghanistan, and North America.
Seasonality
on from June to July. feed from July to September.
Diet
feed on seeds of Melilotus , including Melilotus albus, Melilotus officinalis, and Melilotus altissima.
Host Associations
- Melilotus albus - larval - seed feeding
- Melilotus officinalis - larval - seed feeding
- Melilotus altissima - larval - seed feeding
Life Cycle
develop from July to September, feeding on seeds. occurs in June to July.
Behavior
are active during the day ().