| 1861 ~ Bilberry Pug ~ Pasiphila debiliata | ||
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UK Status Resident. Nat. Scarce B SE,W. Montgomeryshire Status A 'Nationally Scarce B' species. A scarce species that has been found at only two sites in the county. The last time at Commins Coch in 2007. Wingspan : M & F, 17-19mm. Confusion species Green Pug, Sloe Pug. |
Flight
time (Montgomeryshire)  Habitat Heathland, moorland and woodland. Foodplant Bilberry. Lifestage data Overwinters as an egg on the foodplant. Larva April-May, in spun leaves. Pupating underground amongst the foodplant. |
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 Photo by PRW, 19th June 2007, Commins Coch |
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