Introduced in 2002 the tiny Leaf Mining Moth lives in the leaf of the Horse-chestnut eating the cells whilst being protected from most predators.

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Introduced in 2002 the tiny Leaf Mining Moth lives in the leaf of the Horse-chestnut eating the cells whilst being protected from most predators. Heavy infestations will reduce food production

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Location: Scarborough, UK
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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