Nepticulidae

00099 Stigmella luteella, (Stainton, 1857)

BF0112 (ABH4.007)

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General Information

This moth has a narrow forewing with a purplish-bronzy sheen and a whitish fascia which narrows towards the costa.

 

The larvae produce a contorted narrow gallery which initially encircles the spot the egg was laid, but which then forms a straight but irregular mine.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 4-5 mm.
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.)
Flying: One generation, May-July
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Colours:
Yellow, Green, Brown