70.176 BF1827 – Freyer’s Pug – Geometridae – Eupithecia intricata
Freyer’s Pug – Geometridae – Larentiinae – Eupithecia intricata – colour code •
STATUS – A resident in Derbyshire and a species which seems to have increased in distribution, following the first record in 1987. Records are now widespread throughout the county.
ID POINTERS – Numerous cross-lines through the forewing with a central dark discal spot that is obvious. A large pug that is brown or grey-brown in colour.
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing – May – June
IMAGES – Melbourne – Images by Tony Davison©
Freyer’s Pug