Coleophora atromarginata

Braun, 1914
American Pistol Casebearer

Sort #: 654 | P3 #: 421512 | MPG #: 1257 | PFG Page #: 54
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Larval feeding type: Leaf feeder, in a pistol-shaped case
Larval substrate: Betula, Quercus (Red oak, Swamp Oak), Carpinus, Ostrya, Carya, also Prunus, Corylus
Phenology: Adult: 6/22 to 8/19 (5 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1936
Last Year Reported: 2019

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 9