Caloptilia palustriella
(Braun, 1910)
Caloptilia palustriella is a leaf-mining in the , known only from California. The was described by Braun in 1910. Its feed on willows (Salix species), creating mines within the leaves.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Caloptilia palustriella: /ˌkæ.lɒpˈtɪ.liə pəˌlʌs.triˈɛl.lə/
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Habitat
Associated with willow plants; likely occurs in riparian or wetland where Salix grow.
Distribution
Known only from California, United States.
Diet
feed on Salix , including Salix lasiolepis.
Host Associations
- Salix lasiolepis - larval mine leaves
Life Cycle
are , feeding internally within leaves.
Behavior
are and attracted to ultraviolet light.
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Taxonomic note
described by Annette Frances Braun in 1910.