Distribution:

endemic to several islands in the western Mediterranean (Corsica, Sardinia, the Balearic Islands). Sometimes also on Sicily and the north-eastern coast of Spain

Wingspan:

in between 6,5 and 8,5 cm. 

Season:

two to three flights annually from May to September (Oktober). The second and third flight are often only partial.

Food plants:

most European Euphorbia species

Rearing:

Very easy, suitable for newcomers. Keep early stages in well ventilated plastic containers and move to a netted cage when older.. Fast growing and ready to pupate in less then  four weeks. The pupal stage during summer months is short (2 to 3 weeks).

Difficulties:

none