Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet
Xanthorhoe ferrugata
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Large Twin-spot Carpet
Xanthorhoe quadrifasiata

(Clerck, 1759) 1726 / 70.055

Davey, P., 2009: A local species confined to southern Britain, the larva feeding on bedstraw (Galium spp.) and possibly hawthorn (Crataegus monogyna). There is just one record for this species in Dorset: St Ives, at MV on 23 July 1987 (Dr J Clarke). A north-easterly airflow was established at the time, and dispersal from a north Hampshire source was possible on this occasion.


Additional Stats

Forewing: 14-16mm
Flight: June - August
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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