Local in hedgerows and woodland edges throughout England, Wales and southern Scotland. In Hampshire reported from scattered locations: 2020 saw the first Wight record since 1930. Wingspan 11-16 mm. Resembles a Cnephasia in general appearance but differs in having the forewing markings almost directly transverse [Bradley]. Larva feeds on Hawthorn.
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
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