Red Twin-spot Carpet - Xanthorhoe spadicearia
Description
Wingspan 24-27 mm. It is rather similar to the Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet and some specimens are very difficult to tell apart.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Gardens, woodland, hedgerows, downs, fens, moors and sand-dunes.
When to see it
May to June and again in July and August in the south. In more northern parts there is only one brood in June and July.
Life History
The larvae feed on low-growing plants such as Knotgrass and Bedstraw.
UK Status
Found fairly commonly throughout most of Britain. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.
VC55 Status
Quite common in Leicestershire and Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = A (common and resident)
Reference
70.051 BF1724
Leicestershire & Rutland Map
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