Ruddy Carpet (Catarhoe rubidata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General InformationOverwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.

Forewing length: 13-15mm.
Foodplant(s): Lady's Bedstraw (Galium verum), Hedge Bedstraw (Galium mollugo)
Flying: One generation, June-July
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Woodland, scrubland, downland and sea-cliffs.

Regional Information

Recorded in 15 (5.6%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in June 2022

Recorded date range (Adult): 13 June to 26 July

Similar Species

Barberry Carpet Pareulype berberata

1735 (ABH70.057) Ruddy Carpet Catarhoe rubidata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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