Leaf Miner Collection

Leaf miners in a dock leaf (Rumex sp.). Leaf miners are insect larvae that live within leaf tissue. Many cause damage to garden plants and crops

Leaf miner trails on a leaf. Leaf miner refers to a range of insects whose larvae eat and damage leaves, as seen here (brown trails indicate the damaged areas)

Serpentine mine of blackberry pygmy moth C015 / 6235
Serpentine tunnels in a leaf of blackberry, Rubus fruticosus, made by the larva of the Blackberry pygmy moth (Golden pygmy moth ), Stigmella aurella. S

Quercus bract in baltic amber
A bract from the male flower of an oak tree in Baltic amber. Specimen dates from the Upper Eocene

Horse chestnut leaf miner moth - tree showing damage - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-343 Horse chestnut leaf miner moth - Horse Chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum) showing damage Wiltshire - England - UK Cameraria ohridella David Kilbey contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Horse chestnut leaf miner moth - damage to leaf - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-342 Horse chestnut leaf miner moth - Horse Chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum) showing damage Wiltshire - England - UK Cameraria ohridella David Kilbey contact details: prints@ardea.com tel

Leaf-miner Moth (Mompha raschkiella) larvae feeding tunnels in Rosebay Willowherb (Epilobium angustifolium) leaf, Powys, Wales, july

Moth - Leaf Mines Close-up / damaged Lilac leaves

Leaf-miner Moth (Stigmella floslactella) larvae feeding tunnel in Hazel (Corylus sp. ) leaf, Powys, Wales, july
Leaf-miner Moth (Stigmella floslactella) larvae feeding tunnel in Hazel (Corylus sp.) leaf, Powys, Wales, july

Horse Chestnut Leaf Miner Moth - showing larvae inside leaf - Wiltshire - England - UK
DK-350 Horse Chestnut Leaf Miner Moth - showing larvae inside leaf Wiltshire - England - UK Cameraria ohridella David Kilbey Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

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"Exploring the Intricate World of Leaf Miners: From Dock Leaves to Blackberry Pygmy Moths" Leaf miners in a dock leaf create mesmerizing patterns with their intricate trails, showcasing nature's artistry at its finest. These serpentine mine trails left by the blackberry pygmy moth C015 / 6235 are like delicate brushstrokes on a canvas. Even preserved in Baltic amber, evidence activity can be found. The Quercus bract trapped within this ancient resin tells tales of these tiny creatures' presence millions of years ago. In Wiltshire, England, horse chestnut trees bear witness to the damage caused by the voracious appetite of the horse chestnut leaf miner moth. Their feeding leaves behind telltale signs - damaged leaves that serve as a reminder of their presence. The Rosebay Willowherb serves as a host for the larvae of the leaf-miner moth (Mompha raschkiella). Their feeding tunnels crisscross through its leaves, creating an intricate network that sustains their growth and development. Lilac leaves also fall victim to leaf miners' destructive tendencies. Close-up views reveal damaged foliage where moths have laid their eggs and larvae have burrowed into tender tissues. Hazel trees in Powys, Wales become home to Stigmella floslactella larvae as they carve out feeding tunnels within hazel leaves during July. A testament to nature's diversity and adaptability across different regions and seasons. From forests to gardens, fields to parks, leaf miner moths leave their mark wherever they go. Their damage may seem insignificant individually but collectively showcases how these small insects shape our natural landscapes. So next time you come across those distinctive trails or damaged foliage on your favorite plants or trees, take a moment to appreciate the hidden world of leaf miners – tiny architects leaving behind fascinating imprints on nature's tapestry.