Morley's Final Catalogue: Locally abundant in marshes. Brantham, Ipswich, Needham, Aldeburgh, Beccles, Tuddenham; ante 1890. Copdock (Hkg); not common about Ipswich in 1895 (Mly), but ''abundant among reeds'' by the Gipping there in 1898 (Platten). Waldringfield, abundant at sugar in June 1899, though usually scarce (Wlr). Burgh Castle and Gorleston (Mr). Cavenham in 1936 (Gd).

Recent Suffolk Status: Common.

Life history: Single-brooded. A few late records in October in recent years.

Identification: The obvious black shoulder streak and other dark markings should separate this species from Smoky and Obscure wainscots.

Habitat: Wet grasslands, damp woodland, gardens.

Recorded in 50 (86%) of 58 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1895. Last Recorded in 2024. Additional Stats

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