Nepticulidae

00169 Stigmella hemargyrella, (Kollar, 1832)

BF0081 (ABH4.055)

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General Information

This moth has bronzy brown forewings with a silver metallic fascia.

 

The larvae produce a slender gallery, the frass becoming distinctly coiled.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 5-6 mm.
Foodplant(s): Beech (Fagus sylvatica)
Flying: Two generations, April-May and July-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

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