| 70.079 ~ 1769 ~ Spruce Carpet ~ Thera britannica | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A very common and widespread species, found throughout the county in almost every month of the year. Wingspan : M & F, 30-36mm. Confusion species Grey Pine Carpet and Pine Carpet. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Mainly coniferous woodland but also found in smaller numbers wherever the foodplant grows. Foodplant Many species of coniferous trees. Lifestage data Overwinters as a small larva. Larva autumn-May and late June-July. Pupates on or just under the ground. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 23rd Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PB, 14th Oct 2010, Morben ISAF |
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