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- Generally Common / Widespread
- care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required. Confusion Species: Mottled Pug
ID pointers: A brown and intricately marked Pug. There is usually an elongated dark central spot that is distinct within the forewing and beyond this central dot there is usually a whitish patch. The outer central cross-band is pale and has a series of fine black streaks and wedges projecting inwards.
Distribution: A resident species found throughout Derbyshire. Although widely distributed it is general and locally not uncommon. Found in probably all remaining remnants of old oak woodland.
Forewing: 10-12mm
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Brindled Pug - Melbourne - Tony Davison©
