Nut Leaf Blister Moth (Phyllonorycter coryli, (Nicelli, 1851))

General Information
The larvae produce a silvery mine on the upper side of leaves.

Wingspan: 7-8.5mm
Foodplant(s): Hazel (Corylus avellana)
Flying: Two generations, May and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

Recorded in 135 (50%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in November 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 21 April to 13 November

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 07 June to 28 November

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Photo © Ian Fisher

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0342 (ABH15.064) Nut Leaf Blister Moth Phyllonorycter coryli, (Nicelli, 1851)

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