Norfolk status Heathland, coastal and other grasslands, fen, open woodland, scrub. The males fly in the afternoon, females tend to fly only at night.
The distinctive black/brown and tan very hairy caterpillars often occur in great profusion in the Autumn. Early instar larvae have distinct yellow rings.
Recorded in 28 (41%) of 69 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1834. Last Recorded in 2020. Additional Stats
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