A common species across the region.

Most often found in broadleaved woodland, carr, fens but also in other habitats where the foodplants are common.

Overwinters as an egg while adults come to light and sugar.

Recorded in 106 (76%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1857. Last Recorded in 2023. (Data up to end 2023) Additional Stats

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