Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet
Xanthorhoe ferrugata
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Red Twin-spot Carpet
Xanthorhoe spadicearia
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1724 / 70.051
Norfolk status
Very similar, but much more common than Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet. (see next species for info)
Tends to be more 'red' than next species.

Red Twin-spot Carpet also has a dark banded form, leading to confusion with Dark-barred Twin-spot Carpet. Determination by dissection of the genitalia may be required.

Recorded in 65 (94%) of 69 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1886.
Last Recorded in 2020.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
11/09/2020128TM09 - Attleborough
09/09/2020128TF82 - Sculthorpe/Raynham
08/09/2020128TF70 - Beachamwell/Oxborough
04/09/2020128TF83 - N.Creake/Syderstone
20/08/2020127TG11 - Drayton/Swannington
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Forewing: 12-13mm.
Flight: Two Generations. Apr-Jun. Jul-Aug.
Foodplant:   Herbaceous plants
Nat Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
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