Geometridae: Larentiinae

08583 Juniper Pug Eupithecia pusillata, ([Denis & Schiffermüller], 1775)

BF1854 (ABH70.158)

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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:

Habitat

Moorland, grassland, gardens and parkland.

Regional Information

There are no records in the system yet in Bulgaria.

Similar Species
Oak-tree Pug Eupithecia dodoneata


Larva/Leafmine:
Larva Type:
Smooth
Colours:
Green, brown, white, red, yellow, purple
No. of Proleg Pairs:
2