Status Widespread and common. Grassland, fens, woodland, heathland, scrub and gardens.
Variable species, with two main distinct colour forms. The pale form could be confused with Clouded Brindle. The dark or melanic form, (f. combusta) is also common.Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1873. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats |