My quest for Elachistas this year took a turn for the better yesterday when I found this Swan-feather Dwarf (E.argentella) at Hollas Lane.
Also there I collected this mine on grass sp. It seems to be tenanted with an Elachista larva. They have a reputation for being parasitized so I won't hold my breath.............
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Day 1: Larva feeding
Day 2: Larva exited and attached itself lower down on the outside of leaf blade
Day 3: Larva pupated
It's looking very hopeful now. No idea of species yet..........
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