| ADULT |
Wingspan 40-52mm. The forewing is
black with creamy markings. The hindwing is a brilliant red with
black spots. The abdomen is orange with rows of black spots. |
| CHRYSALIS |
Found in a loose cocoon in leaf
litter. |
| LARVA |
September - May. Feeds on various
herbaceous plants such as willow-herb, nettle and honeysuckle. |
| BEHAVIOUR |
Attracted to light. Has feeding
preference for Buddleia. Will fly throughout the day in hot
weather. |
| HABITAT |
Gardens, open bare and waste ground,
hedgerows. |
| FLIGHT PERIOD |
Single brooded. July to September. |
| STATUS |
Resident. Locally common in southern
England. Possible immigrant. |
