Square-spot Rustic (Xestia xanthographa, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.

Forewing length: 14-17mm.
Foodplant(s): small herbaceous plants, grasses
Flying: One generation, late July-early October
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Grassland.