Sloe Carpet (Aleucis distinctata, (Herrich-Schäffer, [1839]))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 13-14mm
Foodplant(s): Blackthorn (Prunus spinosa)
Flying: One generation, March-April
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Hedgerows.

Regional Information

Recorded in 1 (0.4%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in March 1950

Recorded date range (Adult): 22 March to 21 April

Similar Species

Great Staughton

Early Moth Theria primaria

1959 (ABH70.281) Sloe Carpet Aleucis distinctata, (Herrich-Schäffer, [1839])

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