A common resident across the region but one that has spread rapidly in the last 20-30 years.

Mainly a species of old broadleaved woodland, also scrub on downland and heathland.

Overwinters as a small larva, the adults come readily to light.

Note Dingy footman is similar but has a much broader and rounder-edged wing.

Recorded in 106 (76%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1969. Last Recorded in 2024. (Data up to end 2023) Additional Stats

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