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Byctiscus betulae

Hazel leaf-roller

Description

The metallic-blue/green beetle, known as a vine pest, is found also in broadleaved forests. It creates rolls of leaves by rolling them up into the shape of cigar. It uses more than one leaf in a single roll. Inside develop the larvae. It is common on birch, poplar and other broadleaves.

Symptom

It creates rolls of leaves by rolling them up into the shape of cigar. It uses more than one leaf in a single roll.

Tree Species: Beech, Cherry, Oak, Hornbeam, Pear, Apple Tree, Maple, Alder, Hazel, Raspberry, Poplar, Willow

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes

Seasonal frequency of occurrence

Seasonal frequency of occurrence