Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Photo © Gail Hampshire,  Cradley, Malvern, Worcs. SO729470. Nov 8th 2024

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Grey Pine Carpet
Thera obeliscata
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Spruce Carpet
Thera britannica

(Turner H J, 1925) 1769 / 70.079

A common resident across the region.

A species of coniferous woodland but also in parkland and larger gardens.

Overwinters as a larva, comes readily to light.

Note Causes much confusion with Grey Pine Carpet. Typically the central dark band is wider and with larger "lozenges". The outer white crossline is more distinct. If in doubt take a photograph.

Recorded in 111 (79%) of 140 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1869.
Last Recorded in 2024.
(Data up to end 2023)
Additional Stats

Forewing: 13-17mm
Flight: May - July, September - November
Foodplant:   Norway Spruce, Sitka Spruce, Western Hemlock
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records (data up to end 2023)
Date#VC10k Area
25/11/20231VC39 - StaffordshireSO98
22/11/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO32
18/11/20231VC40 - ShropshireSO48
14/11/20231VC36 - HerefordshireSO52
07/11/20231VC37 - WorcestershireSO85

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