Caloptilia syringella Gracillariidae     Gracillariinae

ABH 15.014
B&F 293   *   Caloptilia syringella (Gracillaria syringella)


Photos: Leaf mine and larva on Lilac (Syringa). October 2010

Widespread and can be abundant in woods and gardens where the food plants are present
Wingspan: 10-13mm
Flight time: April-May and July

Mine: June and August-September
Larval food plants: Privet, Ash and Lilac


Caloptilia syringella


Caloptilia syringella


Caloptilia syringella
Caloptilia syringella
Mine and larvae: October 2010. Adults: May and August 2011, August 2013

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