Occurs throughout Bulgaria and is often common.
Can occur almost anywhere, including at high altitudes, but breeds in disturbed grassland or ruderal habitats where violets such as Heart's Ease (Viola tricolor) and Field Pansy (Viola arvensis) grow.
Recorded in 149 (7.8%) of the 1900 10km squares of Bulgaria.
Last recorded in June 2019
Recorded date range (Adult): 04 May to 11 August
Recorded date range (Pupa): 13 May to 13 May