70.152 Channel Islands Pug Copyright Martin Evans
 70.152 Channel Islands Pug female Copyright Martin Evans
 70.152 Channel Islands Pug and Thyme Pug Copyright Martin Evans
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Geometridae

70.152 Channel Islands Pug Eupithecia ultimaria Boisduval, 1840

Immigrant / recent Colonist

Similar species: Thyme Pug Eupithecia distinctaria is on average larger (8 to 10mm) with a more pointed forewing and distinct cross-lines.

Forewing: 7 to 10mm

Habitats: Coastal sites where Tamarisk is present.

Habits: The moth occasionally comes to light.

Foodplant: The larva feeds on the flowers and leaves of Tamarisk. It pupates in the leaf litter.