Green Carpet (Colostygia pectinataria, (Knoch, 1781))

General Information
When fresh, this moth is a bright green colour but this fades to a yellowish-brown with time.

Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a larva.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 12-15mm.
Foodplant(s): bedstraws (Galium spp.)
Flying: Two generations, May-mid July and August-early September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Almost everywhere.

Regional Information

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70.100 (BF1776) Green Carpet Colostygia pectinataria, (Knoch, 1781)

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