Solitary Oak Leafminer

(Cameraria hamadyadella) - These tiny caterpillars feed between the outer layers of oak leaves. They are very small and have a pattern that is akin to the rattle of a rattlesnake. While feeding on all oaks, they are observed to be more prevalent on white oak species. Common signs of injury include leaf wilting, defoliation, black splotches, localized mining, or lesions.



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