A common resident found across the region.

A species of oak woodland and hedgerows.

Overwinters as a pupa and adults fly from dusk and come readily to light.

Note Easily confused with Brindled Pug. Smaller and with a more prominent, rounder discal spot. Wing is more rounded and the pale area beyond the discal spot more obvious. Worn specimens will require dissection.

Verification Grade Comment: Take a photo if in doubt

Recorded in 85 (61%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1887. Last Recorded in 2022. (Data up to end 2022) Additional Stats

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