70.151 BF1817 - Foxglove Pug - Geometridae - Eupithecia pulchellata

70.151 BF1817 - Geometridae - Larentiinae - Eupithecia pulchellata - Foxglove Pug

Adult Macro: CAT 2 - Can be confused with other species -

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- Generally Common / Widespread

Taxonomy: Macro >> Geometridae

ID Difficulty: amber

- care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required.
Confusion Species: Toadflax Pug

ID pointers: This pug has a diagnostic grey central cross-band with its outer edge showing a strong indentation near the leading edge. There are also several orange-brown bands on the forewing. An interesting ID feature is the dark central cross-band is often interrupted by a reddish streak cutting through it. Generally larger than Toadflax Pug and is rare in August.

Distribution: A resident but locally common species and widely distributed throughout Derbyshire. The main populations are located in woodlands where the principle food plant, Foxglove is a common plant.

Flight Period: May / June / - On the wing May – June. There can sometimes be a second generation in August – September but Foxglove Pug is generally rare after June.

Moth Activity: Nocturnal - and is attracted to light

*** Last updated on 11 March 2025 by RP ***

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Forewing: 10-12mm

Food Plant: Foxglove.

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Foxglove Pug – Eupithecia pulchellata