Information

Red List status: | Vulnerable |
NERC Act S41: | Species of Principal Importance |
Local status: | Uncommon and very local. Surviving in a small number of mature broad-leaved woods. |
Size: | Large |
Larval foodplant: | Honeysuckle |
No. of broods: | One |
Flight time(s): | Late June to early August
Average first date: 26th June
Average last date: 2nd August |
Winter: | Larva |
Habits: | A very graceful flier and glider. Most easily found visiting sunny bramble patches along the rides. Lays eggs on honeysuckle either at the side of the ride or, more usually, in a shady area under the trees. |
Habitats: | Broad-leaved woodland, along the rides and under the shady canopy. |
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