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Lime-speck Pug

Lime-speck Pug

Eupithecia centaureata

A small geometrid moth species native to Europe, characterized by intricate wing patterns and precise camouflage adaptations

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Lime-speck Pug
Lime-speck Pug
Lime-speck Pug
Lime-speck Pug
Lime-speck Pug
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Deciduous and mixed woodlands, gardens, parks, and areas with lime trees and herbaceous vegetation across temperate European regions

Ecological Role

Important herbivorous moth species contributing to ecosystem balance, serving as prey for birds and bats, and participating in plant pollination processes

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Scaled exoskeleton with microstructures providing thermal regulation and water resistance
  • LIMBS WINGS Delicate, camouflage-patterned wings with intricate geometric designs resembling bark or leaf textures
  • HEAD SENSORY Compound eyes, short antennae with sensory capabilities for detecting pheromones and environmental cues
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small moth with wingspan of 20-25 mm, slender body with muted gray-brown coloration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Patrick Clement from West Midlands, England
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