ABH: 49.269

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Dry grassland

Wingspan:  13-18mm

Flight Period:  June - July

Observations:  Larvae feed on the seeds and stems of Ragwort. Aduls are attracted to light, but may be found at rest on the larval foodplant by day, and flies briefly if disturbed.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  1989, Gardiner