Clostera inclusa
(Hübner, 1831)
angle-lined prominent moth, many-lined prominent, poplar tentmaker, pipla tentmaker
Clostera inclusa is a small to North America, commonly known as the angle-lined prominent or poplar tentmaker. have a wingspan of 25–32 mm. The is , producing multiple per year. are gregarious and feed on Salicaceae species, particularly poplars. The species serves as an important laboratory for rearing the Ooencyrtus ennomophagus.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Clostera inclusa: /ˈklɔstɛrə ɪnˈkluːsə/
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Identification
Distinguished from similar by the angular pattern on the . The combination of small size (25–32 mm wingspan), North distribution, and association with Salicaceae aids identification. Gregarious larval is a notable trait.
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Distribution
North America: recorded from Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, New Hampshire, New York, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Ontario, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, and Virginia.
Seasonality
; active across multiple per year. Specific periods vary by region.
Diet
feed on various Salicaceae , including poplars (Populus spp.).
Host Associations
- Ooencyrtus ennomophagus - Thelyotokous, ; C. inclusa serves as for laboratory rearing
Life Cycle
with multiple annually. can be preserved below freezing to maintain unembryonated condition for rearing. are gregarious.
Behavior
exhibit gregarious feeding . Communal feeding on plants may contribute to the 'tentmaker' , though specific tent-building behavior is not documented in sources.
Ecological Role
on Salicaceae. Serves as for Ooencyrtus ennomophagus, facilitating research and mass culture of .
Human Relevance
Used extensively in laboratory research as a for rearing the Ooencyrtus ennomophagus, particularly when field of typical are unavailable. Eggs can be cryopreserved for continuous parasitoid rearing.
Similar Taxa
- Other Clostera speciesShare similar and Salicaceae-feeding habits; require examination of pattern details for separation
- Other NotodontidaeMany have comparable size and general appearance; angular and association distinguish C. inclusa
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Laboratory Significance
C. inclusa became critical for maintaining Ooencyrtus ennomophagus colonies after field crashed in 1979, demonstrating the value of for continuous rearing.