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Yet another leaf mine from Aston Mere

Posted: Mon Oct 19, 2020 9:27 pm
by Tim_Ward
I can't get off first base with this one, because I can't identify the host plant which was growing in the hedge. I wondered if it might be something like Blackthorn but I wasn't sure (photos attached). I was surprised to find what looks like a pupal case in the end of the mine, apparently untenanted. Do you have any idea what I've got here?
Gratefully, as always, Tim

Re: Yet another leaf mine from Aston Mere

Posted: Tue Oct 20, 2020 11:25 am
by stevehind
Hi Tim

Looks OK for Blackthorn. The mines were made by Apple Leaf Miner Lyonetia clerkella

Regards
Steve