Morley's Final Catalogue: Referring also to Dot moth: Both at Sudbury in 1836 (Ent. Mag. iv, 223); and still abound throughout the county. Of the later (Dot moth), imagines are sometimes a pest at light in Ipswich and larvae in great profusion (Ransom) at Sudbury.

Recent Suffolk Status: Very common resident species with numbers boosted by immigration.

Life history: Probably double-brooded in Suffolk, with records from April till October, but most numerous in August and September. Comes to light in small numbers and also noted on sugar/wine ropes fairly regularly. Larvae can be found at night in gardens, feeding on various plants including Brassicas.

Identification: The similar White colon doesn't have a w mark in the outer line. The Dark brocade has a clear black bar in the centre of the forewing.

Habitat: A wide variety of habitats including gardens.

Recorded in 55 (95%) of 58 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1836. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats

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