Phyllonorycter esperella, (Goeze, 1783)

General Information

The larvae produce a silvery mine on the upperside of a leaf.

Wingspan: 7.5-9mm
Foodplant(s): Hornbeam (Carpinus betulus)
Flying: Two generations, May and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Regional Information

Recorded in 43 (15.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in November 2021

Recorded date range (Adult): 16 May to 22 September

Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 07 August to 24 November

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0343 (ABH15.065) Phyllonorycter esperella, (Goeze, 1783)

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