1722 Flame Carpet Xanthorhoe designata
(Hufnagel, 1767)
Wingspan 25-28 mm.There are two generations of this moth during the year. One in May and June, and a second in August.
It is fairly common throughout most of Britain, occupying hedgerows, gardens and woodland.
It feeds on various Cruciferous plants, such as rape and cabbage (Brassica spp.).