The first record for D&G (and Scotland) was one attracted to light at Kippford (VC73) on 2 July 2022. This was quickly followed by two further records at Blackcraig and Kirkcudbright (both VC73).
Identification
Diagnostic feature is the presence of a prominent white patch towards the trailing edge of the a blackish-grey forewing, not reaching the leading edge.
Recording Method.
Attracted to light.
Life cycle
One generation. Overwinters as a pupa in an underground cocoon. Flight season late May to July.
Larval foodplants
Grasses and sedges.
Habitat
The initial D&G records were in gardens. Elsewhere mainly fens, marshes and wet heathland/moorland.