Geometridae: Larentiinae

70.063 (BF1740) Galium Carpet Epirrhoe galiata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR08279

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): Lady's Bedstraw (Galium verum), Heath Bedstraw (Galium saxatile), Hedge Bedstraw (Galium mollugo)
Flying: Two generations, late May-mid July and August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Local

Habitat

Grassy areas, usually coastal.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.

Similar Species
Garden Carpet Xanthorhoe fluctuata
Common Carpet Epirrhoe alternata

Local
Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Brown, black
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2