Ochreous Pug (Eupithecia indigata, (Hübner, [1813]))

General Information
This species has a distinctive resting posture.

Pupates in needles on or below the ground.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes readily come to light, sometimes in numbers.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 8-10mm.
Foodplant(s): Scots Pine (Pinus sylvestris)
Flying: One generation, April-May
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Established pine forest and pine plantations.

Regional Information

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70.171 (BF1844) Ochreous Pug Eupithecia indigata, (Hübner, [1813])

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