Valerian Pug (Eupithecia valerianata, (Hübner, [1813]))

General Information
Pupates in leaf litter.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.

Forewing length: 8-10mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Valerian (Valeriana officinalis)
Flying: One generation, June-early July
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Fens and damp woodland.

Regional Information

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70.181 (BF1821) Valerian Pug Eupithecia valerianata, (Hübner, [1813])

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