Geometridae
70.159 Cypress Pug Eupithecia phoeniceata (Rambur, 1834)
Recent Colonist
Similar species: A distinct species unlikely to be mistaken for other British or Irish moths.
Forewing: 10 to 11mm
Habitats: Conifer plantations, parkland and gardens.
Habits: The moth flies from dusk and comes to light.
Foodplant: The larva feeds on Monterey Cypress and possibly Leyland Cypress and Lawson's Cypress which are accepted in captivity. It pupates in a flimsy cocoon amongst needles on the foodplant.