Norfolk status Widespread. Oak woodland preferring margins and rides with plenty of sunshine. Mainly nocturnal. Larva feeds on Oak, living and feeding in a movable pistol-case.
[MBGBI vol3 p268]
Determination by Genitalia Examination (gen. det.) Required
Case: A good quality photo or specimen of the case and plant/pabulum is required.
Recorded in 24 (32%) of 74 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1874. Last Recorded in 2023. Additional Stats
