This species feeds at sallow catkins and blackthorn flowers.
Pupates in loose soil.
Marshes, damp woodland, fens, heathland.
Recorded in 86 (31.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in May 2023
Recorded date range (Adult): 09 March to 08 August
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 21 June to 21 June