Large Striped Carpet
Common NameLarge Striped Carpet
Scientific NameElectrophaes corylata
FamilyGeometridae
SubfamilyLarentiinae
Wingspan (mm)25
Wing Patternstriped
Primary Colorsbrown, white, grey
HabitatWoodlands, forests, hedgerows, gardens
Geographic RangeEurope, parts of Asia
Host Plantshazel, birch, alder, willow
Flight PeriodMay to July
Flight Stylefluttering
Conservation Statusleast-concern
Lifecycle NotesLarvae are green 'loopers' or 'inchworms' that feed on the leaves of various trees and shrubs, overwintering as pupae.
Identification TipsLook for the distinctive broad, wavy central band on the forewings, often with a darker brown margin and lighter inner markings, and a scalloped outer edge.
Description
A medium-sized moth with intricate, wavy brown, white, and grey striped patterns across its wings, providing excellent camouflage against bark or dry vegetation.
