Eriocraniidae

00056 Eriocrania semipurpurella, (Stephens, 1835)

BF0013 (ABH2.007)

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General Information

The moth is very similar to E. sangii and requires genital examination for conclusive identification.

 

The larvae create a blotch mine in the leaves of the foodplant.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Flies during the day

Wingspan: 10-16 mm.
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.)
Flying: One generation, March-early April
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Birch woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
White, Brown, Yellow, Grey, Black