Flame Carpet (Xanthorhoe designata) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Flame Carpet

Xanthorhoe designata

(Hufnagel, 1767)

1722 / 70.053

Norfolk status
Characteristic red-brown and black central cross bar with a double projection on its outer edge.

Recorded in 56 (76%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1873.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	11-14mm.
Flight:	Two Generations. May-Jun. Jul-Aug.
Foodplant:	Unknown
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 1

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