Plantago lanceolata with larva feeding in June/July and from October to April in a gallery mine which expands into an inflated blotch, eventually causing the leaf to fold upwards. Pupates in a cocoon in the mine.
Comes to light.
Recorded in 85 (61%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1872. Last Recorded in 2024. (Data up to end 2024) Additional Stats
Wingspan:
10-13mm
Flight:
Two Generations, with adults possible from April to August