A rare and declining resident.

A species of moorland, heathland and limestone hillsides in the north.

Overwinters as a half-grown larva. Adults are easily disturbed during the day and later fly at dusk.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo if away from regular sites.

Recorded in 33 (24%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1834.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)