| ADULT |
Wingspan 25-32mm. A small wave-like moth with a distinctive shaded crossband across the pale forewings that varies in intensity and colouring. The forewings are somewhat pointed with the leading edge usually similarly coloured to the crossband. |
| CHRYSALIS |
Pupates in loose soil. |
| LARVA |
Feeds on a variety of plants including Bramble, Dandelion and Traveller's Joy. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Attracted to light. |
| HABITAT |
Coastal limestone with shrubbery. |
| FLIGHT PERIOD |
June to July. |
| STATUS |
Rare resident and immigrant. Restricted to the south coast especially the Isle of Portland. |
