Bleached Pug (Eupithecia expallidata, Doubleday, 1856)

General Information
Pupates in loose soil.
Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light but in small numbers only.
Often disturbed during day

Forewing length: 12-13mm.
Foodplant(s): Goldenrod (flowers) (Solidago virguarea)
Flying: One generation, late June-August
UK Presence: Resident
National status: Nationally Scarce B

Habitat

Woodland rides and clearings.

Regional Information

Recorded in 3 (1.1%) of the 270 2km squares of Huntingdonshire.

Last recorded in July 2023

Recorded date range (Adult): 08 July to 30 August

1833 (ABH70.180) Bleached Pug Eupithecia expallidata, Doubleday, 1856

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