The wing is distinctively patterned, but there are similar species and detailed examination is needed for a positive identification to species level. Where no detailed examination has taken place, the image is shown in a red box to indicate that the record is very likely to be this species, but it has not been confirmed.

On Barberry or Oregon Grape.

Spring/summer.

The larvae are associated Barberry and Oregon Grape. The males often sit on leaves of host plants and try to wing waving to attract females. Adults feed on pollen and nectar.

Lack of records, possibly due to the difficulty of identification, means that the status and range of this species cannot be easily determined.

Status in Leicestershire and Rutland not known.