Local in broad-leaved woodland, parks and gardens throughout much of southern England; in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight, occurs at very low density throughout, the majority being taken at light after hibernation. Wingspan 40-44 mm. The main confusion species is Pale Pinion L. hepatica, especially dark forms, but the forewing is less narrow, with slightly arched costa and no black pre-tornal streak (MBGBI Vol 10). Larva feeds on Ash.
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