Marbled Pug (Eupithecia irriguata, (Hübner, [1813]))

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 9-11mm.
Foodplant(s): Pedunculate Oak (Quercus robur)
Flying: One generation, late April-May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Mature oak woodland.

Regional Information

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70.170 (BF1818) Marbled Pug Eupithecia irriguata, (Hübner, [1813])

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