An uncommon resident, mainly in the south and east.

A species of grass and grasslands, especially on calcareous soils. Colonises woodland rides and embankments.

Overwinters as an egg. Adults can be seen during the day on flowers, comes readily to light and to sugar later.

Recorded in 56 (40%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1901.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)