Dyseriocrania subpurpurella
B&F 6 RES 2.001
Common Oak Purple
DistributionPhenologyReporting RatePhotos
Common and widespread in Kent. Flies by day and often seen resting on trunks. Also comes to light.
Oak woodland
Blotch mine on Oak leaves
Grade 2 — adults can be confused with other species, so good quality photographs or possibly a specimen will be required if the recorder is not familiar with the species.
Grade A — records of leafmines can be accepted without the need to see the actual leaf or a good photo.
Distribution Map
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Phenology
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Reporting Rate
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Photo Gallery
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