ABH: 63.020

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Common

Primary Habitat:  Wasteground, Woodland rides

Wingspan:  21-23mm

Flight Period:  June - July

Observations:  The larvae are believed to feed on various Thistles. This species has become increasingly common in the county since its first record in 1985, and sometimes seen in garden light traps.

Confusion Species: 

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  1985, Williams