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)