Eriophyes lateannulatus

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    Description

    Eriophyes lateannulatus is a gall mite that causes galls to form on the leaves of Small-leaved Lime. The galls are red 'nail galls' about 5 mm in height and with rounded tips.

    Habitat

    Only on Small-leaved Lime.

    When to see it

    When Small-leaved Lime is in leaf.

    UK Status

    Status in Britain not known. Thought to be fairly frequent, though under recorded.

    VC55 Status

    Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.

    • Alan Semper
      Harby nature reserve
      17 June 2013
    • Alan Semper
      Harby nature reserve
      17 June 2013

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