Last modified: June 4, 2024, 9:58 a.m.
A common species throughout Belgium.
This species is considered Least Concern according to the IUCN Red List category for Flanders 2023.
Native
Hibernates as a small larva. The adults come to light.
The adults fly in one generation a year from early June till mid-August. In favourable conditions, a partial second generation occurs till late October.
The larva lives on various species of lichens, especially on Peltigera canina, growing on various tree species.