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Callisto denticulella  
         
 

B&F: 0310

ABH: 15.022

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Woodland, Hedgerows, Gardens

Wingspan:  11mm

Flight Period:  May - June

Observations: The larva initially mines the leaves of Apple, later forming a fold. Adults can be seen flying during the day and visiting nectar sources.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  Weekley Hall Wood & Geddington Chase, 21 May - 16 June, flying in sunshine and at Maple blossom

First Record:  1907, Wallis.