A common species across Scotland becoming scarcer towards north-west. First recorded in the Outer Hebrides in July 2022 from Lewis, as a larva. It was not seen again until 2026 when two sighting were recorded. Both from Lewis in July and August, both as larvae. With renewed larval sightings an adult might be recorded soon. A single generation flying from September to October often in daylight, occasionally coming to light. The larvae feed on a host of native trees and shrubs.

References: 
Leverton, R. & Cubitt, M. (2024). The Larger Moths of Scotland.
Waring, P. & Townsend, M. (2018 third edition). Field Guide to the Moths of Great Britain and Ireland.