Caloptilia palustriella

(Braun, 1910)

Caloptilia palustriella is a leaf-mining in the Gracillariidae, known only from California. The was described by Braun in 1910. Its larvae feed on willows (Salix species), creating mines within the leaves.

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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

Larvae feed on Salix , including Salix lasiolepis.

Host Associations

  • Salix lasiolepis - larval larvae mine leaves

Life Cycle

Larvae are leaf miners, feeding internally within plant leaves.

Behavior

are and attracted to ultraviolet light.

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Taxonomic note

described by Annette Frances Braun in 1910.

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