Theisoa constrictella
(Zeller, 1873)
Constricted Twirler
Theisoa constrictella is a small in the Gelechiidae, commonly known as the Constricted Twirler. It was first described by Philipp Christoph Zeller in 1873. The is associated with elm trees (Ulmus), with larvae feeding on these plants. It is found across the eastern and central United States, with records extending into southern Canada.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Theisoa constrictella: /ˈθaɪsəʊə ˌkɒnstrɪkˈtɛlə/
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Distribution
North America: recorded from Texas to Florida, north to Maryland, Kentucky, and Vermont; also present in Canada (Ontario, Quebec).
Diet
Larvae feed on Ulmus (elms).
Host Associations
- Ulmus - larval larvae feed on elm