Brindled Pug (Eupithecia abbreviata) - Norfolk Moths - The macro and micro moths of Norfolk.

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Brindled Pug

Eupithecia abbreviata

Stephens, 1831

1852 / 70.156

Norfolk status
An early spring species.
Oak woodland, heathland with oak scrub.

Recorded in 65 (88%) of 74 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 0022.
Last Recorded in 2025.
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Determination
	Brindled Pug E. abbreviata - (F) 14-05-10 - J Wheeler

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Forewing:	10-12mm.
Flight:	One generation Mar-May.
Foodplant:	Pedunculate Oak and Sessile Oak Hawthorns
Red List:	Least Concern (LC)
GB Status:	Common
Verification Grade: Adult: 2

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