This species differs from N.rosaecolana by its generally smaller size and comparatively narrow darker forewing.
Chalk downs and open woodland.
Recorded in 83 (30.7%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.
Last recorded in July 2023
Recorded date range (Adult): 09 May to 15 October
Recorded date range (Larva/Leafmine): 09 May to 09 May