| 0324 ~ Phyllonorycter sorbi | ||
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UK Status Resident. Widespread and common throughout the British Isles, but rather more local in the south. Montgomeryshire Status Just two records for the county, the last occasion was in Llanidloes, 1990. Wingspan : M & F, 7.5-8.5mm. Confusion species Many species of Phyllonorycter are extremely similar, great care should be given when separating these species. It is often impossible to separate the adults of some species. |
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(Bivoltine)  Habitat Wherever the foodplant is found. Foodplant Rowan, bird-cherry and whitebeam. Lifestage data Leaf miner. Eggs laid on underside of leaf. Larva forms a gallery along the midrib or leaf edge. Pupates in a strong whitish cocoon in the mine. |
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