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Pseudococcyx turionella

(Linnaeus, 1758)1209 / 49.300

General comments:
Extremely local resident.

The larva feeds in the terminal bud of Scots Pine (rarely other pines) causing growth distortion. Use binoculars to view the tip of the tree.

Recorded in 4 (10%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 2003.
Last Recorded in 2021.
Additional Stats

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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
09/06/2021120TL11 - Harpenden / Wheathampstead
02/06/2021120TQ19 - Bushey / Borehamwood / Stanmore
12/05/2017120TL30 - Hoddesdon / Cheshunt
15/05/2004120TL30 - Hoddesdon / Cheshunt
17/05/2003120TQ09 - Watford / Rickmansworth
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Wingspan: 14-21mm
Flight: May - June
Foodplant:   Scots Pine, Lodgepole Pine
Nat Status: Nationally Scarce B
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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