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Locust leaf roller

Locust leaf roller

Agonopterix robiniella

A species of Agonopterix, Also known as Four-dotted agonopterix

Agonopterix robiniella, the four-dotted agonopterix moth or locust leaf roller, is a moth of the family Depressariidae. It is found in North America, where it has been recorded to appear in places from Nova Scotia to Georgia, west to Oklahoma, north to Illinois, Michigan and southern Ontario. The wingspan is about 16–20 mm. The forewings are yellow, mottled and overlaid with brick red and irrorated (speckled) and shaded with fuscous and black. There are two black discal spots at the basal third and a poorly defined dark band before the termen. There is also a series of indistinct blackish spots along the costa and around the termen. The hindwings are greyish fuscous with a narrowly blackish fuscous terminal edge. Adults are on wing from June to October. The larvae feed on the leaves of Robinia pseudoacacia and Quercus species. The larvae have a green body with a thin pale band across each abdominal segment and a black head.

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Attributes of Locust leaf roller
Colors
Black
Yellow
Gray
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Locust leaf roller is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
The Locust leaf roller feeds on plants, usually without causing significant harm. However, it's important to take the situation seriously if their numbers begin to increase significantly.
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Species Status of Locust leaf roller
Uncommon; no protection required
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Predators of Locust leaf roller Larvae
Birds, mammals, invertebrates such as ants and spiders
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Predators of Adult Locust leaf roller
Bats, birds, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Locust leaf roller
Unlike most of its kind, locust leaf roller larvae exhibit a unique practice of sheltering inside spun leaves, harmonizing with their surroundings to avoid predators.
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Scientific Classification of Locust leaf roller
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How Can You Attract Locust leaf roller
To attract locust leaf roller, one might need to use food plants associated with its larval stage, as adult locust leaf roller may not feed or may feed on nectar from flowers that are not specific.
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Habitat Preferences of Locust leaf roller Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of locust leaf roller are typically laid on the leaves or stems of their host plants, which are often herbaceous plants or shrubs. Once hatched, the caterpillars can be found feeding on the foliage, hiding during the day in a shelter they create by folding or rolling leaves together. The larval stage requires searching the host plants meticulously for signs of damage or rolled leaves. Pupation usually occurs in a cocoon discreetly within the leaf litter or in the bark crevices of nearby trees. Adults are most commonly encountered on the wing at dusk or during the night when they are attracted to lights, thus requiring night-time searches around light sources or nectar-rich flowers.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Locust leaf roller
The most suitable time to find locust leaf roller in its adult stage would typically be at night, as many moths are nocturnal, while larvae may be found throughout the day on their host plants.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Locust leaf roller
The best weather conditions to find locust leaf roller would likely be warm and humid nights for adults, which is conducive for their flight. Larvae might be less affected by weather conditions as they are often found on their food plants regardless of the weather.
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How and Where Can You Find Locust leaf roller at Different Life Stages
Egg Locust leaf roller eggs are often laid on the underside of leaves of the host plant. Searching for these would require careful inspection of likely host plants in an area where locust leaf roller are known to be present.
Larva Locust leaf roller larvae are typically found on or near their food plants. They can be located by looking for signs of feeding, such as notches on leaves, or by searching the surface and underside of leaves on the host plant during the day.
Pupal Locust leaf roller pupae may be found in concealed locations such as under leaves, in leaf litter, or in the soil. Locating them can involve gently sifting through potential hiding places in the vicinity of known larval food sources.
Adult Adult locust leaf roller are likely to be active at night and may be attracted to light sources. A simple method of finding adult locust leaf roller is to set up a light trap with a white sheet in a known habitat to attract them after dusk.
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Hurt Plant

Locust leaf roller larvae damage plant leaves by chewing tissues, leading to defoliation and reduced photosynthesis, potentially causing a range of mild to severe plant stress.

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