The larvae feed in the bark of the foodplant, exuding red frass from crevices. The larval workings are easily found but the adults are seldom seen.
Open woodland.
Recorded in 14 (5.2%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in July 2021
Recorded date range (Adult): 25 May to 18 July
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 05 April to 18 July