
- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce

ID pointers: A large moth that is distinctive. Attractively marked with lilac and orange-brown shades across both upper-wing surfaces. The resting posture is diagnostic with leading edge of forewing creased. A bold brown horizontal line runs through fore & hind wing and a row of tiny black spots on hind wing.
Distribution: (Last record: 28/06/2024 at Cromford ) - Resident widely distributed but generally uncommon in Derbyshire. Restricted to the south of the county and the population is precarious with very few records. Smaller numbers further north.
Forewing: 19-28mm
Last Recorded Date: 28/06/2024
Last Recorded By: Clive Ashton
Last Recorded General Area: Cromford
No First Date Information Recorded
IMAGES BELOW: Curbar, Derbyshire – Jane & Phil Lester © / Belper – Dave Evans©

