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:

Habitat

Hedgerows.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species

Early Moth Theria primaria

7831 Sloe Carpet Aleucis distinctata, (Herrich-Schäffer, [1839])

BF1959 (ABH70.281)