Golden Grass Carpet
Common NameGolden Grass Carpet
Scientific NameChlorissa viridata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyGeometrinae
Wingspan (mm)22
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsyellow, brown
HabitatHeathland, moorland, open woodlands, grasslands
Geographic RangeEurope, extending eastwards into parts of Asia
Host Plantsheather, birch, willow, gorse, broom, bilberry
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larva is green with white markings and overwinters, pupating in a cocoon among host plant leaves or in the soil litter in spring.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its overall yellowish-green/brown color, the two wavy transverse lines on the forewings, and its relatively small size. Fresh specimens are brighter green.
Description
A small moth with yellowish-green to yellowish-brown wings, marked by two distinct wavy, darker transverse lines across the forewings, and a somewhat triangular resting posture.
