UK Status
Resident. Nat. Scarce B W,S,SE.
Montgomeryshire
Status
A fairly uncommon species found mainly in the southern half the county.
Wingspan
: M
& F, 31-34mm.
Confusion
species
Sharp-angled Carpet and White-banded Carpet. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
Habitat
Damp woodland, wooded ravines and old hedgerows along sunken lanes.
Foodplant
Stitchworts.
Lifestage data
Overwinters as a pupa in a loose cocoon in the soil. Larva late
July-mid September, feeding at night. |
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