Gracillariidae: Gracillariinae

15.012 (BF0290) Caloptilia semifascia, (Haworth, 1828)

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General Information

This moth has a diagnostic angled light streak starting at the leading edge of the forewing.

 

The larvae produce a gallery mine which leads to a squarish blotch. They later form up to three leaf tubes/cones.

Overwinters as Overwinters as an adult.

Wingspan: 10-12mm
Foodplant(s): Field Maple (Acer campestre), Sycamore (Acer pseudoplatanus)
Flying: One generation, September-May (hibernates)

Regional Information

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Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
White, black