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Oak leaf-roller

Oak leaf-roller

Attelabus nitens

A species of Attelabus, Also known as Oak roller weevil

Attelabus nitens is a species of leaf-rolling weevil in the beetle family Attelabidae, found in Europe.

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Attributes of Oak leaf-roller
Colors
Black
Red
Habitat
Woodland; oak; beech; birch
Adult Food Sources
Leaves, buds, shoots, flowers, bark
Larva Food Source
Leaf tissue, plant cells, sap
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Pollinator
Not reported
Pest-Eating Predatory
Not reported
Phytophagous
Not reported
Predatory
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Chewing mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Oak leaf-roller
Egg The egg stage is when a fertilized female oak leaf-roller deposits her eggs in a secure location. The eggs are tiny and may vary in color, often matching the environment to avoid predation. They are immobile and serve the sole purpose of developing into the next life stage.
Larva In the larval stage, the oak leaf-roller looks worm-like, with a soft, elongated body and a voracious appetite. It lacks any discernible wings, has rudimentary legs, and its color and size change noticeably as it molts and grows.
Pupal During the pupal stage, the oak leaf-roller undergoes transformation within a protective casing. The pupa remains largely inactive externally, but significant internal changes occur, including developing adult features like wings and legs. This stage is variable in both duration and appearance.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult oak leaf-roller's development is marked by the presence of wings and functional reproductive organs. The body is fully formed and hardened, and the adult is mobile, focusing on reproduction and in some species, feeding.
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Predators of Oak leaf-roller Larvae
Birds, rodents, insectivorous mammals, predatory insects such as ants and lady beetles
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Predators of Adult Oak leaf-roller
Birds, reptiles, amphibians, mammals such as bats, other insects including predacious beetles
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Interesting Facts About Oak leaf-roller
Oak leaf-roller meticulously shapes leaves into cones to protect its eggs, a remarkable example of insect engineering skill.
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Scientific Classification of Oak leaf-roller
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Adult Habitat of Oak leaf-roller
Forests and Woodlands
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Habitat Preferences of Oak leaf-roller Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of oak leaf-roller are deposited on the host plant, so searching for them involves inspecting leaves or stems where the female might oviposit. Larvae tend to remain inside or on their food source, often in curled leaves or inside plant tissue, so look within the foliage or rolled leaves of host plants. Pupation usually occurs in the soil or leaf litter, so searching in detritus near the host plant is advisable. Adults are found on or around host plants, typically trees or shrubs, so searching the foliage, bark, and branches may yield sightings of oak leaf-roller in this stage of growth.
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Harmful Effects of Oak leaf-roller
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Hurt Plant

The adult and larval stages of oak leaf-roller wreak havoc on host plants, mutilating leaves and inducing gall formation. This can range from mild to severe, potentially leading to defoliation and impaired photosynthesis, significantly impacting plant health and productivity.

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