Widespread and common across the region. Formerly more local and confined to the west, but has spread northeast since the 1990s, in line with the trend over a wider area of southern England. Most numerous in open marshy areas but also found in drier habitats including some urban gardens.
Recorded in 68 (87%) of 78 10k Squares. First Recorded in 1750. Last Recorded in 2022. (Data up to end 2022) Additional Stats
Foodplant:
Common Comfrey, Green Alkanet and many other plants
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