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Double-striped Pug
Gymnoscelis rufifasciata (Haworth, 1809)
Geometridae: Larentiinae
1862 / 70.141
Photo © Gary Lowe,  05/04/2020 - Chesterfield Lodge, Boyton

Similar Suffolk Species: None
Forewing: 8-10mm.
Flight: Three generations March-May, June-July, Aug-Sept.
Foodplant:   Many plants.
Red List: Least Concern (LC)
GB Status: Common
Verification Grade:  Adult: 1

Morley's Final Catalogue: Of frequent occurrence everywhere; formerly overlooked. Bentley, Wherstead, Ipswich, Westerfield, Playford, Needham, Orford, Aldeburgh, Southwold, Bungay, Gorleston, &c.

Recent Suffolk Status: Very common.

Life history: Triple-brooded. Can be seen at rest during the day on walls and fences, at dusk on flowers and commonly at light. Larvae can be found feeding on many flowers including garden plants.

Identification: Wing shape and 'double'stripe' should make this unmistakeable.

Habitat: A wide variety of habitats including gardens.

Recorded in 54 (93%) of 58 10k Squares.
First Recorded in 1940.
Last Recorded in 2024.

Latest 5 Records
Date#VC10k Area
16/02/2024225TM25 - Wickham Market/Otley
16/02/2024125TM57 - Southwold
15/02/2024126TL78 - Brandon/Lakenheath
15/02/2024125TM25 - Wickham Market/Otley
21/12/2023125TM23 - Felixstowe/Landguard Point
Further info: Gymnoscelis rufifasciata
 
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