Geometridae: Larentiinae

08484 Foxglove Pug Eupithecia pulchellata, Stephens, 1831

BF1817 (ABH70.151)

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General Information

Pupates in loose soil.

Overwinters as Overwinters as a pupa.
Both sexes come to light.
Often found at rest during day

Forewing length: 10-12mm.
Foodplant(s): Foxglove (Digitalis purpurea)
Flying: One generation, May-June
UK Presence: Resident
National status:

Habitat

Sheltered woodland, moorland and urban sites.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Toadflax Pug Eupithecia linariata


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Wrinkled
Colours:
Green, brown, purple
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2