Common in coniferous and mixed woodland, plantations, parks and gardens throughout the British Isles. Widespread and fairly common in Hampshire and on the Isle of Wight. Wingspan 32-40 mm. Unmistakable. Larva feeds on needles of Scots, Corsican, Lodgepole and Maritime Pine.
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