Garden Carpet Xanthorhoe fluctuata

This moth was formally described by Carl Linnaeus himself in 1758, making it nearly 270 years old in scientific literature. It earned that distinction for good reason: its geographic range stretches from Ireland to Japan, including North Africa and the Near East, making it one of the most far-ranging members of the Geometridae family. This is no small achievement for any insect.

Abundant and familiar across its entire massive range, this moth has become a reliable constant in gardens and wild spaces worldwide. It's a testament to remarkable adaptability and evolutionary success—a species that has thrived alongside humans for centuries.