Status
Morley's Final Catalogue: Extremely rare, in contrast to west England. A doubtful specimen near Stowmarket about 1858 (C); confirmed by one taken at Needham Market in 1903 by Lingwood (EMM, 1904, p.80). Never seen, through forty years, here (Mly).
Recent Suffolk Status: Extinct.
Life history: Double-brooded. Second brood in August is only partial. Day flying in warm sunny weather.
Identification: Plain colouration makes this species unmistakeable.
Habitat: Woodland rides and glades.  | Retained Specimen / Photograph will be Required. | |
Recorded in 1 (2%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1858.
Last Recorded in 1903.
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