Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Tawny Speckled Pug
Eupithecia icterata

(Villers, 1789) 1838 / 70.187

General comments:
Widespread resident.

Although there is some variation in overall design, all Hertfordshire and Middlesex examples of this species can be assigned to subspecies subfulvata (Haworth). It is a widespread species that appears to have neither increased nor decreased in number over the years.

Recorded in 32 (78%) of 41 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1887.
Last Recorded in 2023.
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List Species Records   [Show All Latest]
Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
09/09/2023120TL23 - Letchworth / Baldock
07/09/2023120TL23 - Letchworth / Baldock
07/09/2023220TL23 - Letchworth / Baldock
07/09/2023120SP91 - Tring
06/09/2023120SP90 - Berkhamsted
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Forewing: 11-13mm.
Flight: One generation July-Aug.
Foodplant:   Yarrow, Sneezewort
Red List: Near Threatened (NT)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1
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