Common on heathland and waste ground throughout the British Isles. In Hampshire fairly common in the south, but rather scarce in the north and on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 11-15 mm. Larva feeds on flower buds of Gorse and Broom.
The abundance in each month is indicated as follows:
No records Very occasional Irregular Uncommon Off-peak, but not unusual Off-peak, but not unusual Main flight time