Leek moth

The leek moth or onion leaf miner (Acrolepiopsis assectella) is a species of moth of family Acrolepiidae, genus Acrolepiopsis, a pest of leek crops. The species is found in Europe and Siberia. It was also recorded from Hawaii, but this was a misidentification of Acrolepiopsis sapporensis. The wingspan is about 12 mm. Pupation takes place in an open network cocoon, either on the food plant or close by.

Leek moth

The leek moth or onion leaf miner (Acrolepiopsis assectella) is a species of moth of family Acrolepiidae, genus Acrolepiopsis, a pest of leek crops. The species is found in Europe and Siberia. It was also recorded from Hawaii, but this was a misidentification of Acrolepiopsis sapporensis. The wingspan is about 12 mm. Pupation takes place in an open network cocoon, either on the food plant or close by.