Plants and animals of Pointfield

An informal survey of the plant and animal life living in or visiting the grounds of Pointfield, Kelso since 2015   

Butterflies and moths: Lyonetiidae

Laburnum leaf miner

Leucoptera laburnella

Notes

Tiny (c. 5mm) day-flying moth that is all white except for a prominent V-marking towards the rear of the wings. There are also some other less distinct markings adjacent. Antennae white and distally thickened; as long as body.

Sightings by month

Seen flying around in close vicinity to the laburnum tree 4th July, 2023.