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Bent-line dart

Bent-line dart

Choephora fungorum

A species of Choephora, Also known as Bent-lined dart

The wingspan is 3.5 - 4.5 cm.

General Info About Bent-line dart
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Attributes of Bent-line dart
Colors
Brown
Habitat
tobacco; clover; herbaceous weed; dandelion
Adult Food Sources
Nectar from flowers like lantana, petunia, honey suckle, verbena, and thistle
Larva Food Source
Leaves of cotton, tobacco, soybeans, cabbage, and lettuce
Biting/stinging
Not reported
Allergy-causing
Not reported
Defensive attack
Not reported
Venomous
Not reported
Non-poisonous
The Bent-line dart 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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Species Status of Bent-line dart
It is found in eastern North America.
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Distribution Area of Bent-line dart
Eastern North America
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Predators of Bent-line dart Larvae
Birds, rodents, lizards, insectivorous mammals, spiders, other insects, parasitoid wasps
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Predators of Adult Bent-line dart
Bats, birds, rodents, spiders
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Interesting Facts About Bent-line dart
In a peculiar display of motherly care, bent-line dart lays its eggs exclusively in the gills of mushrooms, ensuring a nutrient-rich start for the larvae.
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Scientific Classification of Bent-line dart
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Youth Habitat of Bent-line dart
Forests and Woodlands, Rotting and Decaying Matter
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Adult Habitat of Bent-line dart
Forests and Woodlands
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When is the Best Time to Observe Bent-line dart
Adult stage: nighttime when bent-line dart is most active; Caterpillar stage: daytime when bent-line dart is feeding on host plants; Egg stage: daytime for locating eggs on the underside of host plant leaves; Pupa stage: daytime or with the change of seasons when bent-line dart pupae can be found in the soil or leaf litter.
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What is the Best Weather to Observe Bent-line dart
Consider searching on warmer, humid nights for adult bent-line dart when they are more likely to be active. Caterpillar finding can be optimal during moderate temperatures and in non-dry conditions when plants, the primary food source, are abundant.
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How and Where Can You Find Bent-line dart at Different Life Stages
Adult Bent-line dart adults are nocturnal and attracted to light sources. Set up a light trap with a UV light in a place where this creature is known to reside to observe or collect them.
Larva Bent-line dart caterpillars can be found on or near their host plants. Look for signs of feeding damage on leaves and carefully inspect plants for the presence of caterpillars.
Egg Bent-line dart eggs are often laid on the undersides of leaves of specific host plants. Examine these leaves in affected areas, especially during the time of year when egg-laying is known to occur.
Pupal Bent-line dart pupae might be found in the soil or among leaf litter. Gently sift through these materials in an area where the caterpillars have been feeding, taking care not to disturb or damage the pupae.
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Beneficial Effects of Bent-line dart
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Pollinator
Pollination Behavior Reason
Eat Pollen Or Nectar, Accidental Contamination While Feeding On Nectar
Bent-line dart actively participates in pollination mostly while searching for nectar and, in the process, inadvertently collects and transfers pollen among flowers. This inadvertent action during feeding makes bent-line dart an essential contributor to the ecosystem.
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