Common in hedgerows, gardens, scrub and woodland throughout much of Britain. In Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight still widespread and fairly common in all three vice-counties. Wingspan 15-20 mm. The easiest of the Nolidae to identify, and one of the most common. Larva feeds on Hawthorn, Midland Hawthorn, Blackthorn, Apple, Pear and Plum.
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