ABH: 63.072

Status:  Resident

Distribution/Abundance:  Rare

Primary Habitat:  General distribution

Wingspan:  16-18mm

Flight Period:  Late May - September

Observations:  A Nationally Notable (Nb) moth, with scattered UK distribution. Larvae feed on mosses and lichens, said to prefer ancient woodland, but also gardens with mature apple trees. Adults more easily identified from its congeners due to the high-contrast black and white pattern on the forewings and prominent discal blotch. The first VC32 record was of an individual to a garden light trap - pictured opposite.

Confusion Species:  Grade 3 moth, requires caution in worn individuals

L.O.N.:  N/A

First Record:  2026, Baylis