A fairly common resident in the south, less so in the north.

A grassland species, mainly on calcareous soils.

Overwinters as a pupa while adults fly commonly during the day and come to light too.

Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo if away from regular sites.

Recorded in 70 (50%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2023.
(Data up to end 2023)