70.182 BF1832 – Currant Pug – Geometridae – Eupithecia assimilata
Currant Pug – Geometridae – Larentiinae – Eupithecia assimilata – colour code •
STATUS – A resident species that is widely distributed and locally common throughout Derbyshire. Recorded from all areas of the county.
ID POINTERS – A conspicuous white corner spot and other cream markings along outer edge of forewing are key features. Also has a strong black elongated spot and several darkish spots along leading edge of an otherwise warm, plain brown forewing
FLIGHT PERIOD – On the wing May – June & August..
IMAGES – Melbourne, Derbyshire – May 2014 – Images by Tony Davison©
Currant Pug