Juniper Pug (Eupithecia pusillata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775))

General Information
Pupates amongst needles on the food plant.
Overwinters as Overwinters as an egg.
Both sexes come to light.
Flies during the day

Forewing length: 9-11mm.
Foodplant(s): Common Juniper (Juniperus communis)
Flying: One generation, July-September
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Common

Habitat

Moorland, grassland, gardens and parkland.

Regional Information

Recorded in 8 (3%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2025

Recorded date range (Adult): 20 June to 11 August

Similar Species

Earith

Oak-tree Pug Eupithecia dodoneata

1854 (ABH70.158) Juniper Pug Eupithecia pusillata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

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