This moth has a tear-shaped elliptical mark on its forewing.
Pupates in loose soil.
Open woodland, grassland, scrub, heathland and gardens.
Recorded in 130 (48.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in September 2019
Recorded date range (Adult): 01 June to 12 October
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 02 July to 05 July