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- Rare / Uncommon / Scarce
- care required in the identification process, as confusion with similar species is likely - quality photographs required. Confusion Species: Brindled Pug
ID pointers: Quite a small species of Pug. The discal spot is more rounded and wider than Brindled Pug. There is usually a pale area just beyond the discal spot. Overall has shorter and more rounded wings than Brindled Pug.
Distribution: (First record: 1973 ) - Added to the county list in 1973 – A resident that was once very scarce but is now recorded in small numbers each year and seems to be widespread across Derbyshire.
*** Last updated on 11 March 2025 by RP ***
Forewing: 8-12mm
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Last Recorded By: Not Recorded
Last Recorded General Area: Not Recorded
First Recorded Year: 1973
IMAGES BELOW: Melbourne – April 2024 – Tony Davison ©
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