Lyonetiidae : Lyonetiinae
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Immature stages

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Lyonetia prunifoliella

(Hübner, 1796)262 / 21.002

Only recently discovered in the county (2020) but spreading rapidly. Look for mines/feeding signs in blackthorn regrowth along ride and hedge edges.

Retained Specimen / Photograph will be Required.

Mine: Either the leaf or a good photograph required

Recorded in 10 (45%) of 22 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 2020.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
30/10/2024330SP95 - Carlton, Harrold, Turvey
30/10/2024230SP95 - Carlton, Harrold, Turvey
19/09/2024230TL03 - Ampthill, Flitwick, Silsoe
07/09/2024230TL13 - Shefford, Henlow, Shillington
04/09/2024130SP95 - Carlton, Harrold, Turvey
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Wingspan: 9-10mm
Flight: September - May (hibernating over the winter)
Foodplant:   Blackthorn, Japanese quince, Hawthorn, Apple and other roseaceous trees.
Nat Status: pRDB1
Verification Grade:  Adult: 3  Mine: L
 Immature Adult
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