A locally distributed scarce resident, rare in the north.

A species of open woodland, parkland and hedgerows, particularly where there is fresh cut timber.

Larvae found particularly on oaks, but occasionally in Sweet Chestnut.

Comes to the pheromone lure VES.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo.

Recorded in 53 (38%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1892.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)