Identification

The broader, rounder forewing with faint cross-lines should separate it from the Seraphim.

Recording method

Adult can be found on fence posts during the day, Comes to light.

Life cycle

One generation. Overwinters as a pupa. Larvae are present May to July.

Larval foodplants

Alder, birches, Honeysuckle and Sallows.

Habitat

Broadleaved woodland, fens and scrubby heathland.

History

First recorded for Dumfries and Galloway in 1862 for VC72 at Tinwald Downs, Dumfries by Lennon, in 1911 for VC74 at Corsemalzie by Gordon and in 1970 for VC783 at Glentrool village by Shaw.