Hazel Leaf-roller - Apoderus coryli

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    Alt Name
    Hazel Leaf-rolling Weevil
    Description

    This beetle has red elytra and a black head which narrows at the rear forming a distinct neck.

    Photo ID?
    Habitat

    On Hazel.

    When to see it

    May to July.

    Life History

    Larvae feed in rolled up leaves of hazel, which the adult female cuts and prepares.

    UK Status

    Widespread and fairly frequent in England and Wales.

    VC55 Status

    Uncommon in Leicestershire and Rutland. There were only 3 VC55 records for this species up to March 2015.

    • David Nicholls
      Fosse Meadows
      08 July 2011
    • Ricky Gibbs
      Fosse Meadows
      28 May 2016
      Fosse Meadows May 2016
    • Graham Calow
      Fosse Meadows, Sharnford
      08 July 2011
    • David Nicholls
      Fosse Meadows
      08 July 2011

    Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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