Juniper Carpet (Thera juniperata, (Linnaeus, 1758))

General Information
Pupates in needles on or below the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 11-14mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Juniper (Juniperus communis)
Flying: One generation, September-early November
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Anywhere where juniper grows.

Regional Information

Recorded in 13 (4.8%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in November 2018

Recorded date range (Adult): 16 October to 13 November

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1771 (ABH70.082) Juniper Carpet Thera juniperata, (Linnaeus, 1758)

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