Common in gardens, scrub, open woodland and hedgerows throughout England and Wales, but rare in Ireland. Widespread and common in Hampshire, but rather scarce on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 11-13 mm. Larva feeds on Hawthorn and Blackthorn, living between leaves spun together with silk.
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