Gracillariidae: Gracillariinae

01197 Parornix scoticella, (Stainton, 1850)

BF0305 (ABH15.030)

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General Information

This species has white frons and immaculate white palps. It is usually less heavily marked than similar species, but genital dissection is usually required for a conclusive identification.

 

The larvae initially produce a blotch, then either a fold at the leaf edge, or a mine similar to Phyllonorycter.


Wingspan: 9-10mm
Foodplant(s): Rowan (Sorbus aucuparia), Common Whitebeam (Sorbus aria), Swedish Whitebeam (Sorbus intermedia), Apple (Malus domestica)
Flying: Two generations, May and August

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

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