Nepticulidae

4.043 (BF0063) Stigmella lemniscella (=marginicolella), (Zeller, 1839)

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General Information

This moth has a black head, and a purple/golden forewing with a silver fascia.

 

The larvae form a narrow gallery mine which often follows the leaf margin.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 5-6mm.
Foodplant(s): elms (Ulmus spp.)
Flying: Two generations, May and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

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Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Colours:
Grey, Green