This is a tiny moth with metallic bronzy forewings.
Like the other Micropterix species, this moth is unusual in having fully functional mouthparts which are used to feed on pollen.
Woodland, fens and wet meadows.
Recorded in 32 (11.9%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in April 2025
Recorded date range (Adult): 17 April to 25 June
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 22 May to 22 May