ABH: 63.006

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Gardens

Wingspan:  18-20mm

Flight Period:  Bivoltine: April- June, July - September

Observations:  The larvae feed on various plants in the Mint family, including Spear Mint, Apple Mint, Marjoram, Catmint and Lemon Balm. The adults fly by day and also come to light

Confusion Species:  P. purpuralis

L.O.N.:  Near Brigstock, July 1907

First Record:  1907, Wallis