Phylloicus mexicanus
(Banks, 1900)
Phylloicus mexicanus is a of caddisfly in the Calamoceratidae, described by Nathan Banks in 1900. The Phylloicus is known for larvae that construct distinctive leaf cases using cut pieces of living leaves. This species occurs in the Nearctic and Neotropical regions, with the specific epithet suggesting Mexican distribution. As with other Calamoceratidae, larvae are likely associated with freshwater where they feed on plant material.
Pronunciation
How to pronounce Phylloicus mexicanus: /ˌfɪləʊˈaɪkəs ˌmɛksɪˈkeɪnəs/
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Distribution
Nearctic and Neotropical regions, including Mexico.
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Taxonomic Note
Phylloicus mexicanus was described by Nathan Banks in 1900. The Phylloicus belongs to the Calamoceratidae, a group of whose larvae are known for cutting pieces of living leaves to construct their portable cases.