- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce
ID pointers: This moth has narrow and rather pointed forewings with the ground colour being whitish. Cross-marked with intricate black and brown wavy lines and arch shapes, which is where the moth gets its name.
Distribution: (First record: 1866 at Repton Shrubs ) - (Last record: 09/05/2024 at Ilkeston ) - In 1986 it was described as extinct in the county. It was rediscovered in 1988 near Ilkeston, and seems to have re-colonised in the south of the county, being very localised at some of the ancient woodlands in the Trent valley area. In the subsequent years to 2018, the increase in different locations has been significant, yet it remains scarce and only recorded in small numbers, mainly from garden light traps.
Forewing: 9-11mm
Last Recorded Date: 09/05/2024
Last Recorded By: Brian Hobby
Last Recorded General Area: Ilkeston
First Recorded Year: 1866
IMAGES BELOW: Foremark, South Derbyshire – Tony Davison©