Wingspan 33-40 mm. Quite similar in appearance to the Bordered Gothic (Heliophobus reticulata) and the Feathered Gothic (Tholera decimalis), this species can be identified by its broader wings and dark patch between the forewing stigmata.

Due to the alarming population crash, an image must accompany all records of this species.

Inhabiting waste ground, suburban habitats and marshy areas.

Specimens may be found from June to early August, nectaring at flowers or at sugared posts and ropes.

The larvae feed on a wide range of plants, including Dock, Dandelion and Sow-thistle.

It is widespread in Britain and Ireland. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as local.

Formerly common in Leicestershire and Rutland, but this species seems to be suffering a severe decline in our area and is now quite scarce.