Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Silver-ground Carpet
Xanthorhoe montanata

([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1727 / 70.054

A common species across the region.

Found in a wide variety of habitats.

Commonly disturbed from vegetation during the day, often numerous at dusk and comes readily to light. Overwinters as a larva.

Recorded in 132 (94%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2022.
(Data up to end 2022)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 14-17mm
Flight: May - July
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2022)
Date#VC10k Area
05/09/20221VC40 - ShropshireSO48
11/08/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSO74
23/07/20221VC39 - StaffordshireSJ82
22/07/20221VC36 - HerefordshireSO54
17/07/20221VC37 - WorcestershireSP08

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