Morley's Final Catalogue: In Mr Kirby's garden at Barnham (Sparhall in Steph. Illust. ii, 1828, p.30). Larva and some pupae at Playford (Ent. Wk. Int. 1857, 11); a few larvae annually 1852-8 near Stowmarket (Nat. 1858, 132); Brandeston by Greene (Bloomfield). Apparently somewhat local in Suffolk, mainly around Ipswich where a few came to light in mid-April 1894 (Mly, Pyett); a pair at Copdock at light in mid-May 1895 and 1898 (Hkg); Bentley before 1890 (Garrett, Ml). Elsewhere it is known before 1890 at only Bury (Wrt) and Beccles (Crf). Sotterley and Cavenham, many at light in June 1936 (Gd).

Recent Suffolk Status: Widespread.

Life history: Single-brooded.

Identification: Similar Marbled brown flies later in the year and lacks the distinct central lunar mark on the forewing.

Habitat: Woodland, wooded heathland, parks, gardens, hedgerows.

Recorded in 46 (79%) of 58 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1852. Last Recorded in 2023. Additional Stats

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