70.150 BF1816  -  Geometridae -  Larentiinae - Eupithecia linariata - Toadflax Pug Adult Macro:  CAT 2 - Can be confused with other species - Can be confused with other species       PDF Icon - click for Adult Macro Verification Guidelines

Green -  Rare / Uncommon / Scarce   
Taxonomy:   Macro  >>  Geometridae ID Difficulty:  amber  - care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required.
Confusion Species:  Foxglove Pug
ID pointers: Similar to Foxglove Pug, this species is smaller and usually brighter coloured. Central cross-band on forewing lacks the sharp angle of Foxglove Pug.
Distribution:  A resident that is locally distributed and uncommon.
Flight Period: July /  August /  -  On the wing – July – August Moth Activity: Nocturnal   - and is attracted to light Photographed: Yes -  Photographed By: Anne Butler, Brian & Jean Hallam  © All Rights Reserved
Forewing: 9-11mm
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IMAGES BELOW:  Image provided by Anne Butler © – Sandiacre – 10th August 2023  /  Findern – Brian & Jean Hallam ©

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