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Stigmella tityrella

Leaf miner Stigmella tityrella

Description

The wingspan of this tiny moth is 5-6 mm. It has two generations per year. The female lays eggs close to the central vein. Feeding trace (mine) starts at the central vein and it gradually goes in an S-shaped way to the edge, usually within the confines of two veins. In the mine lives the yellow larva of the pest. It can be common during the whole season. 

Symptom

Snake mine on a leaf.

Tree Species: Beech

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes