Description
Wingspan 19 to 22mm. The forewing is mottled with greys and browns with a light patch towards the rear of the front edge and a dark zig-zag line across the wing in front of it. The hind wing is pale yellow with a thick dark border.
Habitat
A grassland species of flowery meadows and grassy roadside verges. The larvae feed on the seed capsules of Mouse-ears.
Status and Distribution
Local. Thinly distributed through England, Wales and southern Scotland. Uncommon in Nottinghamshire and at Netherfield Lagoons.
Best Time to See
May to June.
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