Last modified: May 7, 2024, 11:30 a.m.
A very rare and local species in Belgium, mainly known from the Kempen and the southernpart of the country in very small numbers.
This species is considered Critically Endangered according to the IUCN Red List category for Flanders 2023.
Native
Hibernates as larva on the food plant, feeding during mild weather.
Pupates usually in debris.
Easily disturbed from the food plant by day. They come to light.
The adults fly in one generation a year from late April till late June.