| 0084 ~ Stigmella ruficapitella | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread and probably common throughout the British Isles. Montgomeryshire Status Just three old records from the west of the county. Last recorded in 1990. Wingspan : M & F, 4.5-5.75mm. Confusion species Many species of Stigmella are similar. A good way of separating them is to examine the type of leaf-mine in the foodplant. |
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(Bivoltine)  Habitat Wherever the foodplant grows. Foodplant Oak. Lifestage data Leaf miner. Eggs are laid on the upperside of the leaf. Larva forms a slender gallery which widens markedly. (Mines of some species are similar, care is required with identification). |
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