Irish moths
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Family: Geometridae Sub-family: Larentiinae
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Silver-ground Carpet
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Xanthorhoe montanata Widespread, common Wingspan: 24-28mm Flight time: May-August Habitat: Damp woods, heaths, gardens, hedges Larvae feed on herbaceous plants including Bedstraw's and Primrose |
Photographs: Ballingeary, Co. Cork, SW Ireland. 2010