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- Generally Common / Widespread
- easy to identify, generally distinctive and unlikely to be confused with other species.ID pointers: Variable in both size and ground colour but one feature that remains constant is the dark black-brown collar that can be seen even on the darkest individuals. A prominent black dart on the basal area and a pale kidney mark in the central area of the forewing are diagnostic.
Distribution: A resident species that is very common and widely distributed in Derbyshire. Population levels are higher in the lowland areas of the county.
Forewing: 15-19mm
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Heart and Dart - Melbourne - Tony Davison©
