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Silver-ground Carpet
Xanthorhoe montanata
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1727 / 70.054

Norfolk status
Quite variable, all forms have the distinctive whitish ground colour.
Central band varies considerably.

Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1886.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10kGeneral Area
01/09/2024128TF91Dereham
14/08/2024127TG14Sheringham / Beeston
12/08/2024128TF83North Creake
05/08/2024127TG31Upton
24/07/2024127TG10Cringleford (UEA)
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Forewing: 14-17mm.
Flight: One generation. May-July.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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