The blotch mines of Ectoedemia subbimaculella have a slit at one end, from which the larva ejects frass.
This is unique to this species, which is a notably late feeder, with larvae occupying the mines well into November,
often continuing to feed in 'green islands' after the leaves have dropped.
Earlier in the month, the similar (but slitless) mines of E. albifasciella were commonplace.
Earlier in the month, the similar (but slitless) mines of E. albifasciella were commonplace.
The common Tortricid Gypsonoma dealbana makes a silk tube, covered with frass, on the underside of Oak leaves. Something new I learned today!
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