Casebearer Moth (Coleophora querciella)?

TINY moth at a UV light setup (365nm) at a dense mixed forest edge

comments (7)

Christine Young

Lion

Hmm. Have you posted this one in a FB group or on BG? Your moth doesn't appear to have striped antennae and there are several white Coleophora species that look very similar. The ID might be correct, but maybe consider seeking a second opinion. Posted 6 years ago
1. Flown Kimmerling
  
  Lion
  
  I'm waiting on BG right now :) I'm not sure at all!
  
  I was leaning towards this species just because of the host! Posted 6 years ago, modified 6 years ago
2. 1. Christine Young
    
    Lion
    
    Hopefully someone over there can confirm for you.
    
    Oh, what host was it on? Posted 6 years ago
  2. 1. Flown Kimmerling
      
      Lion
      
      Not directly on any host, but there ARE a lot of white oaks in the vicinity. :/ Posted 6 years ago
    2. 1. Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        I just realized it's on a sheet. I am so off my rocker this morning ;P Posted 6 years ago
      2. Flown Kimmerling
        
        Lion
        
        You aren't alone! :D You've seen all of my derping this week. :P Posted 6 years ago
        
        Christine Young
        
        Lion
        
        Derpy Twinsies... Posted 6 years ago

The Coleophora querciella

''Coleophora querciella'' is a moth of the family Coleophoridae. It is found in North America, including Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and Canada.

The larvae feed on the leaves of ''Quercus'', ''Tilia'', ''Cornus'', ''Prunus'' species. They create a pistol-shaped case.

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Similar species: Moths And Butterflies

Species identified by Flown Kimmerling