Status A relatively large and dark species. Heathland, Alder groves, woodland edges, streamsides etc. Found in Norfolk at suitable Broadland sites, especially where alder saplings grow. Overwinters as a larva at least twice.
Pheromone attractants: TIP Pheromone activity day time: 9:30-18:00, peak 11:00-16:00. Anglian Lepidopterist Supplies
Several recent records, Norfolk Broads.Recorded in 14 (19%) of 74 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1874. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats |