| ADULT |
Wingspan - 65 - 75mm. The upperwing surfaces of the forewings a an ashey-grey in colour with numerous subtle crossbands of smoky brown, black and white. The hindwings are a striking red with black crossbands and a white trim. These are flashed when disturbed so as to alarm any would-be predators. |
| CHRYSALIS |
N/A |
| LARVA |
Pale brown with warty, bud-like lumps on its back. Feed from May to July on Willow and Poplar. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Attracted to light and sugar. Often found at rest by day on walls and fences. |
| HABITAT |
Woods, parks and hedgerows. |
| FLIGHT PERIOD |
Single brooded. August to September. |
| STATUS |
Common resident in Southern Britain. |
