Geometridae : Larentiinae
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Immature stages

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Wormwood Pug
Eupithecia absinthiata

(Clerck, 1759) 1830 / 70.179

Recorded in 23 (62%) of 37 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1969.
Last Recorded in 2025.
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Determination
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Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area or Nature Reserve
14/08/2025129TL67 - Isleham/Fordham
13/08/2025129TL46 - Cottenham/Cambridge
29/07/2025129TL34 - Royston
25/07/2025129TL66 - Chippenham Fen
21/07/2025+29TL66 - Chippenham/Cheveley
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Forewing: 11-13mm.
Flight: May - Sept.
Foodplant:   Mugwort, Yarrow, Wormwood, Golden-rod and others
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 2
 Immature Adult
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