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Unidentified Phyllonorycter from 21st July

Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 2:16 pm
by MPStanyer
I suspect these can only be confidently identified when reared from mines, but can anyone suggest a name or species group for either of the following two trapped on 21st July. The second & third images are of the same moth which looks rather dark and greyish - I was wondering if that could be a candidate for P. stettinensis? Any guidance greatly appreciated as ever.

Many thanks & apologies for rather poor/cropped images.
Marple 21st July 2021
Marple 21st July 2021
Moth #2, Marple 21st July 2021
Moth #2, Marple 21st July 2021
Moth #2, Marple 21st July 2021
Moth #2, Marple 21st July 2021

Re: Unidentified Phyllonorycter from 21st July

Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 4:30 pm
by stevehind
I reckon you are safe recording Phyllonorycter stettinensis but I would not attempt the other.

Re: Unidentified Phyllonorycter from 21st July

Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2021 6:26 pm
by MPStanyer
Thanks Steve, I thought the first would be identifiable but was hopeful of the second so thanks for that.