0284 Caloptilia rufipennellaMoth MenuMoth MenuIndex by Family0286 Caloptilia alchimiella

0285 Azalea Leaf Miner (Caloptilia azaleella) (Brants, 1913) - (Gracillariidae / Gracillariinae)


Notes: An introduced species which occurs in the wild amongst Azalea spp. in several of the southern counties and more widely in greenhouses. In Hants, early stages were first reported in a garden at Bournemouth, and subsequently from Southampton, Hilliers Arboretum and Ampfield. A few adult specimens have been taken at light elsewhere in S Hants; still rare in the north of the county.
Wingspan: 10-11mm.
UK distribution: A native of eastern Asia which occurs, sometimes commonly, in gardens in southern England. (MBGBI Vol 2)

Flightime guide
JFMAMJJASOND