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Coleophora duplicis

Braun, 1921

Sort #: 1261 | P #: 591563.1 | MPG #: 1337
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Larval feeding type: Seed feeder, in a trivalve, tubular silk case adorned with parts of a seed capsule.
Larval substrate: Symphyotrichum shortii, Symphyutrichum cordifolium, Solidago caesia, Solidago flexicaulis, Solidago gigantea (Smooth Goldenrod), Solidago canadensis* (Canada Goldenrod), Solidago rugosa* (Common Wrinkle-leaved Goldenrod)
Phenology: Adult: 8/11 (1 record)

Comment: WS 11.5-14.5mm (includes dextrella)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2018
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable
Number of Records: 5

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