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Byctiscus betulae

Hazel leaf-roller

Description

The metallic-blue/green beetle, known as a vine pest, is found also in broadleaved forests. It creates rolls of leaves by rolling them up into the shape of cigar. It uses more than one leaf in a single roll. Inside develop the larvae. It is common on birch, poplar and other broadleaves.

Symptom

It creates rolls of leaves by rolling them up into the shape of cigar. It uses more than one leaf in a single roll.

Tree Species: Beech, Cherry, Oak, Hornbeam, Pear, Apple Tree, Maple, Alder, Hazel, Raspberry, Poplar, Willow

Part of a plant- attacked: Leaf / Needle

Pest significance: Less harmful

Pest Category: Insects

Invasive Species: No

Present in EU: Yes

Last observations

There are a total of 2 observations of the species in the system

Byctiscus betulaeHazel leaf-roller
Ivan Hirner
Number of votes: 0
Published: 16.4.2024

Byctiscus betulaeHazel leaf-roller
Marián Slamka
Number of votes: 1
Published: 28.4.2023