Nettle Pug vs Lesser Yellow Underwing
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle Pug | Lesser Yellow Underwing |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia venosata | Noctua comes |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Lepidoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Noctuidae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 40-46 mm wingspan |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Gardens |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Herbivores |
| Regions | Europe | Europe |
| Conservation | Least Concern | Least Concern |
Nettle Pug
A small pug moth associated with bladder campion, not nettles despite its name. Larvae feed inside the inflated seed capsules. A rather attractive species.
Did You Know?
Despite being called 'Nettle Pug', it has no association with nettles and feeds entirely on campion.
Lesser Yellow Underwing
Similar to the Large Yellow Underwing but smaller with more orange-yellow hindwings. Very common in gardens and attracted to light. Larvae feed on many herbaceous plants.
Did You Know?
Together with its larger relative, forms one of the most abundant moth species partnerships in garden moth traps.