Range & Status

A scarce, largely south-eastern species associated with chalk downland.

Regional Distribution

Restricted in Cornwall to The Lizard, where it was discovered at Caerthillian by Mike

Morris in 1967. Also found by Peter Hodge at Kynance Cove in 1997.

Habitat & Ecology

This species favours calcareous and base-rich grasslands where the sward is short and open, possibly feeding on Ribwort Plantain Plantago lanceolata and other herbs.

Threats

Abandonment of coastal grazing.

Conservation

The two known sites are within a SSSI.