Phytomyza minuscula
Description
This is a small grey/black fly whose larvae mine the leaves of several plants, but especially aquilegias.
Habitat
Often in gardens where aquilegias are grown.
When to see it
Spring to autumn.
Life History
Larva forms short, irregular white linear mine, with frass in conspicuous black lines. Pupation external, normally adhering to the leaf near the end of the mine until dislodged by rain or wind.
UK Status
Widespread and fairly frequent in Britain.
VC55 Status
Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.
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