This species has distinctive long labial palps and tufts on the tail segment.
Pupates in loose soil.
Woodland, open spaces and gardens.
Recorded in 133 (49.3%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in July 2023
Recorded date range (Adult): 07 April to 16 September
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 22 June to 14 September