It can be found throughout Europe, in the Near East, in North Africa, in the Afrotropical realm and in large parts of Asia.

[3] Rhodometra sacraria inhabits meadows, forest clearing, paths, gardens and urban environments.

These moths are easily distinguishable from the mahogany or pink stripe, located on yellowish or cream background, crossing diagonally the dorsal sides of the upperwings from the posterior margin up to the apex.

[4] The intensity and the extent of the pink pigmentation is rather variable, depending on the seasonal temperature in the development of the pupae.

These moths breed in North Africa and in southern Europe, since they require constant warmth.

These caterpillars feed on knotgrass, dock, Anthemis, Emex, Oxygonum, Persicaria, Rhus and other low growing plants.