Present in most areas of Belgium, more common in the north.

The larva at first lives in a slight web on the underside of a leaf of Fagus, Carpinus, Acer pseudoplatanus or A. campestre. Later on, it constructs a chamber between spun leaves as a base from which to feed on the surrounding foliage. Pupation in the leaves, or in a slight cocoon on the ground. The adult hibernates

The adults fly from early August till May. The moths are active from dusk onwards and later frequently come to light.