Caloptilia populetorum
Scientific Name:
Caloptilia populetorum
Synonyms:
Clouded Slender
The adults resemble several other Caloptilia species and are best identified by the dark spots on the forewing leading edge and darker cilia. Their flight period is from August onwards
Wingspan:
11-14 mm
Log Book Number:
281
Confusion Species:
Caloptilia cuculipennella, Caloptilia falconipennella, Caloptilia syringella
Diet:
the larvae feed on birch (Betula) leaves, initially in a gallery and later rolling a leaf and feeding within.