Bactra lacteana Caradja, 1916 Species
Last modified: Nov. 24, 2023, 10:16 a.m.
A very rare species in Belgium. Distribution based only on specimens examined for genitals.
Details
- Classification
- Family: Tortricidae > Subfamily: Olethreutinae > Tribus: Bactrini > Genus: Bactra > Species: Bactra lacteana
- Vernacular names
- Schijnbiesbladroller (NL), Sedge Lance, Scarce Sedge Marble (EN)
- First mention in Belgium
- Larsen K. 1993. Some species of microlepidoptera new to the Belgian fauna (Lepidoptera: Tortricidae & Epermeniidae). — Phegea 21: 131–136. On page 134. view page
- Status
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Native
Distribution
Imago
Wingspan 10–17 mm. Very similar in appearance to Bactra lancealana, this species has probably been overlooked. B. lacteana has two parallel short streaks just short of the costa and of the apex.
Most members of this genus should be examined for genitalia for proper identity.
Museum specimens
Specimens in nature
Bionomics
The larvae feed in the base of the central stems on the host plant. The larvae hibernate and pupate in the larval habitation. The adults come to light.
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Flight periods
The adults are on the wing from May towards September.
Habitat
It inhabits moist places.
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