Garden Carpet (Xanthorhoe fluctuata) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Garden Carpet

Xanthorhoe fluctuata

(Linnaeus, 1758)

1728 / 70.049

Norfolk status
A preference for suburban habitats, but can be found almost anywhere.

Recorded in 66 (89%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1924.
Last Recorded in 2024.
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Forewing:	13-16mm.
Flight:	Two or three Generations Apr-Oct.
Foodplant:	Herbaceous plants
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 1

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