Common in woodland, gardens and hedgerows throughout the British Isles, less numerous in the north. Widespread and common in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 16-22 mm. The pronounced emargination on the costa of the forewing is distinctive of this species [Bradley]. Larva feeds on Sallow, Poplar and Birch, living within a spun or rolled leaf.
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