Geometridae: Larentiinae

70.113 (BF1877) Waved Carpet Hydrelia sylvata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

KR08661

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 11-13mm
Foodplant(s): Alder (Alnus glutinosa), birches (Betula spp.), sallows (Salix spp.), Sweet Chestnut (Castanea sativa)
Flying: One generation, June-early August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Woodland and scrub.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in MyPlace.


Nationally Scarce B

Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Wrinkled
Colours:
Yellow, green, purple, brown, white
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2