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Clover looper

Clover looper

Caenurgina crassiuscula

A species of Caenurgina, Also known as Double-barred

The wingspan is 3 - 4 cm.

General Info About Clover looper
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Attributes of Clover looper
Colors
Brown
White
Habitat
field; roadside; waste place
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers like goldenrod, milkweed, thistles, blueberry, clover
Larva Food Source
Leaves of forbs and grasses, dandelions, clover, alfalfa, dock
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Clover looper is non-toxic and generally doesn't pose a risk to human health. No need for excessive worry.
Borer
Not reported
Biting animal or pet
Not reported
Mouthparts Type
Siphoning mouthparts
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Life Cycle of Clover looper
Egg The embryonic stage of the clover looper begins as eggs laid on host plants. These are small, and the color often blends with the foliage, providing camouflage.
Larva Hatching from the egg, the larva of the clover looper is worm-like, with a primary focus on feeding. The larva conspicuously grows in size, molts multiple times, and its color may change to match the environment.
Pupal The clover looper enters the pupal stage encased in a chrysalis, undergoing internal reorganization. Its shape transforms entirely, and it stays immobile, with protective coloration or structure.
Adult Emerging from the pupa, the adult clover looper'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.
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Adult Size of Clover looper
1.7 - 2 cm
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Predators of Clover looper Larvae
Birds, rodents, reptiles, spiders, insects
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Predators of Adult Clover looper
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Clover looper
Unique to clover looper, they can thermoregulate by shivering, enabling activity in lower temperatures when other species remain inactive.
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Scientific Classification of Clover looper
Tips for Finding Clover looper
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How Can You Attract Clover looper
Adult clover looper may be attracted to various types of bait or light traps, as they are nocturnal and are drawn to light or sweet substances.
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Habitat Preferences of Clover looper Through Different Life Stages
The eggs of clover looper are commonly deposited on the underside of leaves of host plants, often found in grasslands or meadows. As larvae, or caterpillars, they can be found on or near the plants they feed upon, including a variety of grasses and low-growing vegetation in open fields. When they transition to pupae, they usually descend into the soil or form cocoons near the ground in leaf litter or among plant debris. To seek out these stages, one must search the specific plants or ground cover in the appropriate habitats. The adult clover looper moths are generally nocturnal and can be found around sources of light or nectar-rich flowers in similar grassy or meadow environments during their active period at night.
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When is the Best Time to Observe Clover looper
The suitable time to find adult clover looper is after dusk when they are most active. For larvae and other stages, daytime searching in their respective habitats is recommended.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Clover looper
Mild to warm weather with little to no wind is ideal for finding clover looper, as extreme temperatures and strong winds can affect their activity and availability.
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How and Where Can You Find Clover looper at Different Life Stages
Egg Eggs of clover looper are likely to be found on the underside of host plant leaves. Inspect these plants closely, particularly focusing on sheltered areas less accessible to predators.
Larva Caterpillars of clover looper can be found on or near their host plants. Search by carefully inspecting the foliage of the plant, including the tops and bottoms of leaves for feeding damage or frass.
Pupal To find clover looper during the pupal stage, look for pupae in leaf litter or soil near the host plant, as clover looper often pupate in concealed, protected areas. Gently sift through the top layer of the soil or leaf litter without disturbing too much of the habitat.
Adult Adult clover looper can be lured in using light traps set up after dusk or bait traps with sweet substances. They can also be found resting on vegetation or fluttering around host plants in search of mates or suitable egg-laying sites.
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