Nepticulidae

4.009 (BF0115) Stigmella alnetella, (Stainton, 1856)

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General Information

This moth has a purple/brown forewing which is more golden towards the dorsum and a bright silver fascia beyond the middle.

 

The larvae create a slender winding gallery mine.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Wingspan: 4-5mm.
Foodplant(s): Alder (Alnus glutinosa)
Flying: Two generations, May-June and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

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Larva/Leafmine:
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Colours:
Yellow, Green, Brown