Iberian Carpet
Common NameIberian Carpet
Scientific NameNebula ibericata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)28
Wing Patterncryptic
Primary Colorsbrown, tan, ochre
HabitatConiferous and mixed forests, heathlands, mountainous regions
Geographic RangeIberian Peninsula, France, Central Europe, Balkans
Host PlantsVaccinium myrtillus, Vaccinium vitis-idaea
Flight PeriodMay to August
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesThe larvae are 'looper' caterpillars that feed on bilberry and lingonberry. Pupation typically occurs in the soil or leaf litter.
Identification TipsDistinguished by its specific cryptic pattern of dark brown wavy bands and lighter ochreous areas across the forewings, which can vary slightly in intensity.
Description
A medium-sized moth with broad, somewhat triangular forewings featuring a mottled pattern of light ochreous-brown and darker reddish-brown wavy bands, providing excellent camouflage.
