Local in fens, marshes, river-banks and upland grassland throughout much of northern England and southern Scotland. Not recorded in Hampshire or on the Isle of Wight to date. Wingspan 34-36 mm. The most likely confusion species is Gold Spot P. festucae, which see for differences. Larva feeds on Wood Small-reed, Purple Small-reed and Yorkshire-fog.
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Detail records |
Site | Date | Quantity | Recorder | Stage |
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VC11 South Hampshire |
Lymington (SZ39) | 1976 | - | Harmer, Alec | Adult |
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