| 1767 ~ Pine Carpet ~ Thera firmata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status A fairly common species, found throughout the county. Wingspan : M & F, 30-34mm. Confusion species Grey Pine Carpet. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Coniferous woodland, especially in sandy areas. Foodplant Scots pine and Corsican pine. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg or a very small larva on the foodplant. Larva autumn-July. Pupates among the pine needles. |
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| Montgomeryshire photos | ||
 Photo by MDH, 21st Aug 2009, Llanfyllin |
 Photo by PRW, 24th Sept 2011, Commins Coch |
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