Abstract
The two independent molecules in the asymmetric unit of the title compound, C
16
H
14
N
2
, are planar [dihedral angle between the terminal pyridine rings = 1.76 (2)°] and each display an all-
trans
configuration of C=C double bonds. One of the two molecules lies about a center of inversion. The dihedral angle between the two pyridine rings in the molecule lying on a general position is 1.65 (2)°.