An extremely common resident. It's true distribution is not known for certain because of the similarity to Common Rustic and the need to dissect them. This map shows dissected individuals.

Found in a wide range of grassy habitats.

Overwinters as a larva and comes to light, sometimes in large numbers.

Note Genitalia examination essential.

Verification Grade Comment: Genitalia examination needed

	Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required

Recorded in 55 (39%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1979.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)