Hazel Leaf-roller - Apoderus coryli

Alternative names
Hazel Leaf-rolling Weevil
Description

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

Identification difficulty
Recording advice

This species is relatively easy to identify and is unlikely to be confused with anything else. However a photo is required to confirm your record.

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.

Leicestershire & Rutland Map

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Species profile

Common names
Hazel Leaf-roller, Hazel Leaf-Roller Weevil
Species group:
Beetles
Kingdom:
Animalia
Order:
Coleoptera
Family:
Attelabidae
Records on NatureSpot:
9
First record:
08/07/2011 (Nicholls, David)
Last record:
29/04/2023 (Calow, Graham)

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