Norfolk status Nationally scarce (Nb) in grassy areas, on chalky and sandy soils.
Dark brown forewing, sometimes showing a purple tinge, with scattered paler scales. The white colouring of the abdomen underside can be used with caution to identify this species, however many species in this genus show a paler colour.
First Norfolk record of a male netted on Cranwich Heath in 2013. (I. Barton, K. Rosewarne, 18/06/2013)
[MBGBI vol4.1 p286]
Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required
Recorded in 6 (8%) of 74 10k Squares. First Recorded in 2013. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats
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 I. Barton. First for Norfolk. Cranwich Heath 18-06-2013.jpg)
