Coleophora trifolii
Species account (old)
This species was included in the Coleophora frischella L. noted by Robson. The two species resulting from the split were C. frischella itself in which the larva feeds on the flowers of Trifolium repens or Centaurea nigra, and C. trifolii where the larvae feed on Melilotus altissima or Melilotus officinalis. Robson's description indicates that all his records refer to the Melilotus feeding species. Hence the change of name. Robson lists Darlington, Stockton-on-Tees, Hartlepool and Greatham. [...] We have not seen it during our recent investigations. Melilotus is now much less common than it used to be, in our area.
Statistics
| Records | 58 |
|---|---|
| Individuals | 154 |
| Largest Sample | 17 |
| First Recorded | 2009 |
| Last Recorded | 2023 |
| Earliest Adult Record | 17/06 |
| Latest Adult Record | 28/07 |
| Monad Coverage | 1.1% |
| Hexad Coverage | 28.6% |
Map
This map shows all records of Coleophora trifolii in the Durham (VC66) database per monad (1km grid square). The map can be explored further by zooming and panning, can be reset using the button on the left, and can be filtered by selecting the era. Click on a monad to view a full list of species recorded in it, or its containing hexad (10km grid square).
Map (image)
The distribution of Coleophora trifolii is additionally shown in the image below. This is to allow for backwards compatibility with older browsers that cannot load the map above.
Week graph
This graph shows the County Durham (VC66) records of Coleophora trifolii per 7-day period, differentiated by life stage. Hover over/tap the graph to see an exact count of records at that point in time. Hover over/hold the life stage legend to highlight a particular life stage; click on a life stage label to remove it from the graph. The graph can be filtered further by selecting the era.
The graphs below show the total records and individuals of Coleophora trifolii in County Durham (VC66) per time period. Hover over/tap the graph to see an exact number of records and individuals at a particular point in time. Hover over/hold a label to highlight a particular metric; click on a metric label to remove it from the graph.
Era graph
Year graph
Gallery
This gallery shows images of Coleophora trifolii. Clicking on a photo opens it in a large lightbox with a full caption, and the arrow buttons move between photos. If you would like to contribute any photographs, particularly of any stages not captured here, please email admin@durhammoths.org. Most photos on this website have been taken by County Durham (VC66) recorders, but please note that not all have been taken in the county.
Foodplants
There are no foodplants listed for the larval stages of Coleophora trifolii.
Habitats
There are no habitats listed for Coleophora trifolii.