
- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce

ID pointers: A variable species. The ground colour can range from creamy yellow to rich chestnut-brown or dark brown. A dark diagonal cross band that blends out towards the inner forewing edge and a dark brown wedge shaped mark on the costa near the wing tip. Several dark dots and specks scattered across the forewings.
Distribution: (Last record: 06/07/2023 at Staveley ) - Described in 1988 as very common in most areas across the county. Likes damp ground with exception of the moorlands. Since 2007 only 29 records – the last one in 2023 – would indicate status as uncommon
Last Recorded Date: 06/07/2023
Last Recorded By: Sid Morris
Last Recorded General Area: Staveley
No First Date Information Recorded
IMAGES BELOW: Melbourne, Derbyshire – Tony Davison©
