Heliocosma (genus - immature)

A tortrix or leafroller moth at Mount Taylor

Heliocosma (genus - immature) at Mount Taylor - suppressed
Heliocosma (genus - immature) at Mount Taylor - suppressed
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Identification history

Heliocosma (genus - immature) 11 Mar 2024 ibaird
Heliocosma (genus - immature) 10 Mar 2024 donhe
Heliocosma (genus) 15 Oct 2022 ibaird
Unverified 29 Oct 2021 AJB

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Surprised and delighted to see this case moth using flowers on its case!

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donhe wrote:
   29 Oct 2021
Didn't we have a suspected Heliocosma larva decorating a case with flower petals last year?

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  • Common beard heath Associated plant
  • 5mm to 12mm Animal size

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