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Least Carpet
Idaea rusticata
([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775) 1699 / 70.004
=Idaea vulpinaria

Recorded in 28 (76%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1985.
Last Recorded in 2026.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area or Nature Reserve
17/06/2026129TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
17/06/2026329TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
16/06/2026429TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
16/06/2026129TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
15/06/2026629TL45 - Cambridge
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Forewing: 9-11mm.
Flight: One generation. June-Aug. (Sept-Oct)
Foodplant:   Ivy, Traveller's-joy
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Former Status: Local
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
Further info: Idaea rusticata
 
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