An uncommon resident.

A species of open grassy places, some gardens, disturbed ground.

Overwinters as a pupa while adults come to light and occasionally be found resting by day on fence posts etc.

Note similar to the Shark but the black streaks extend into the wing fringes of the forewing.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo.

Recorded in 53 (38%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1867.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)