Morley's Final Catalogue: Certainly scarcer than thirty years ago, when it was frequent and sometimes even abundant in the Bentley* and Assington woods; occurring also at Easton, Leiston and Beccles (ante 1890). Belstead wood, somewhat scarce in 1899 (Platten); one at Waldringfield in 1929 (Wlr); common at Blythburgh (Btn.); Tuddenham Fen in 1909 (Mly); a few larvae near Timworth in 1911 (Nurse). Bentley, abundant before 10 a.m. (Crisp).

Recent status: A common and widespread resident.

Life history: Single-brooded in late spring/summer. Larvae regularly found on Oak in the autumn.

Identification Unmistakeable.

Habitats: Woodland, woodland rides, wooded heathland, gardens.

Recorded in 53 (91%) of 58 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1894. Last Recorded in 2023. Additional Stats

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