Eupithecia abbreviata – This attractive moth must have been bedazzled by my garage light and I found it on the door the next morning. Like most pugs they are only small with a wingspan of around 22mm (7/8in). It is an early spring species, and usually inhabits deciduous woodland where the caterpillars feed on oak and hawthorn. Double-click to enlarge images.
© Peter Hillman ♦ 11th March 2020 ♦ Back garden, Staffordshire ♦ Nikon D7200
Somehow when I read the title of your post, “Brindled Pug,” I expected to see a dog. 🙂 Your close-up photos, Pete, really highlight the beautiful details of this moth, which probably looks pretty drab from a distance.
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Lol 🙂 Thank you, Mike. There are around 50 species of pug here in the UK, and because of their size they can be hard to tell what species they are unless you can get up close.
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It has an interesting blend of subtle colours.
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Love this moth! Blends in so well that it makes wonder how many I have missed just because I didn’t take time to look close enough.
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They can be easily missed during the day they hide so well 🙂 Thank you 🙂
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Beautiful patterns, both on body and wings. Good things do come in small packages. 😉
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They sure do, Eliza. Thank you 🙂
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Blends right in with your garage door!
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A fine looking moth. You’ve captured some beautiful detail, Pete!
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Thank you, Belinda 🙂
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