Blastodacna hellerella (Duponchel, 1838)
hawthorn cosmet
on hawthorn
parasite
The larvae live in late summer in the berries. Infected berries have a hole in the side; no frass is extruded. Pupation in autumn in rotten wood.
host plants
Rosaceae, monophagous
Crataegus laevigata, monogyna.
distribution within Europe
notes
Reports of occurrence on, and even damage to, Malus and Prunus probably are due to confusion with other species.
references
Emmet & Langmaid (2002b), Huisman & Koster (1999a), Klinesch (1960a), Koster & Siev (2003a).