| 70.158 ~ 1854 ~ Juniper Pug ~ Eupithecia pusillata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Common Montgomeryshire Status Generally a scarce species but is found locally common in the Llanfyllin area in the north of the county. Wingspan : M & F, 17-21mm. Confusion species Oak-tree Pug. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)
  Habitat Moorland, grassland and gardens. Foodplant Mainly juniper, but also found on cypress and red cedar. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg attached to the foodplant. Larva April-early June. Pupating in a flimsy cocoon among the pine needles. |
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 Photo by MDH, 6th July 2010, Llanfyllin |
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