Colostygia pectinataria
A beautiful green coloured carpet moth when fresh, but fades rather quickly and becomes duller. Wingspan 22 to 27mm.
The caterpillars feed on Bedstraws.
The adults are seen May to July, August to September.
Found in most habitats, including gardens. Attracted to light, and may also be seen during the day. A common and widespread species.
June 2011, rear garden, Staffordshire. © Pete Hillman 2011.
A very attractive looking moth. You’ve captured its wonderful detail!
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Thank you 🙂
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Love this Moth – the coloring and design of his wings is lovely.
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The colours and patterns are rather beautiful. Not very often that I have found one where the colour hasn’t faded.
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Very nice moth, excellent shots…
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Thank you, Lisa. There are quite a few species of these ‘carpet moths’ and many have beautiful patterns and colours.
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Indeed, this is a beauty.
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Thanl you 🙂
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