Eriocraniidae

2.008 (BF0012) Eriocrania sangii, (Wood, 1891)

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General Information

This moth is very similar to E. semipurpurella 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: 9-14 mm.
Foodplant(s): birches (Betula spp.)
Flying: One generation, March-April
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Birch woodland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Grey, black