A rare species regionally. Found only on the limestone grassland of the Manifold Valley and Dovedale. Formerly resident near Fownhope in Herefordshire, but not seen since 1980.
Limestone grassland where its foodplant occurs.
Verification Grade Comment: Ideally take a photo if away from regular sites.
Recorded in 7 (5%) of 140 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1853. Last Recorded in 2023. (Data up to end 2024) Additional Stats
