Tag Archives: leaf-mine

Miner Matters: Eric Carle revisited?

Posted on 2014/05/08 by Waheed

After reading Fay’s blog on the holm oak (Quercus ilex) under attack, I – like you – was in a better position to look for and recognise leaf-mining beasties on campus. What better way to follow her blog than to … Continue reading →

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Under attack!

Posted on 2014/04/24 by Fay Newbery

Holm oak (Quercus ilex) is a Mediterranean tree species that was introduced to Britain in the 1500s. Unlike our native oak species, Holm oak is evergreen and holds its leaves all year round. It’s latin name, ilex, refers to the fact … Continue reading →

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