Black-banded Carpet
Common NameBlack-banded Carpet
Scientific NameAnticlea derivata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Primary Colorsbrown, grey, black, cream
HabitatWoodlands, forests, gardens, areas with host plants
Geographic RangeNorth America (widespread), Europe, Asia
Host Plantsrose
Flight PeriodMarch to May (sometimes a partial second brood in summer)
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are loopers that feed on rose leaves. They pupate in the soil, and adults emerge in early spring. Overwinters as a pupa.
Identification TipsLook for the broad, dark central band on the forewings, bordered by wavy pale lines, and the overall mottled grey-brown coloration. The distinctness of the wavy lines and the shape of the central band are key features.
Description
A medium-sized moth with mottled grey-brown wings featuring a prominent, broad, dark brown to black central band, bordered by distinct wavy cream or pale grey lines. The outer margins also have a wavy pattern.
