Local in broad-leaved woodland, scrub and gardens throughout much of England, Wales and southern Scotland. In Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight widespread and not uncommon throughout, but thinly distributed and occurring only in small numbers. Wingspan 38-42 mm. Unmistakable. Larva feeds on Honeysuckle, Ash, Wild Privet and Garden Privet.
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