Shelter-building-caterpillar

Guides

• Dichomeris leuconotella

  Two-spotted Dichomeris Moth

  Dichomeris leuconotella is a gelechiid moth described by August Busck in 1904. Its larvae are specialized leaf-folders on goldenrods (Solidago spp.), constructing silk-bound shelters for feeding and protection. Adults are active from June to September across much of North America.

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