Profenusa thomsoni
Profenusa thomsoni
Amber-marked Birch Leaf Miner
A small (3 to 4 mm) black bodied insect with infuscated wings. The larvae mine the leaves of Birch - see ‘Further info.’ link)
The mine starts in the centre of the leaf. The larva has brownish marks on head, and short, stubby, brownish feet
Several other sawfly species mine birch leaves
Adult: Unless identified by a recognised expert, a photo is required and the specimen should be examined with a microscope. In the comments box, state the key or ID method used and describe the size and identifying characters.
Leaf-mine: Can only be reliably recorded if the larva is present and can be photographed (from above and below). The host plant must be identified in the comments
Areas where Birch is present.
Adult May to July. Leafmine: late summer.
Although it seems to be widely distributed in England it is rarely encountered or recorded.
Rare in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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