Wednesday 11 April 2018

Brindled Pugs?

Am I correct in recording the 2 pugs below as Brindled Pugs, or could they be Oak-tree Pugs?



Steve Trigg, Cookham

2 comments:

  1. They are both Brindled for me, Steve. That's based on wing shape and the fact that the discal spot is clear but small, whereas on Oak-tree (which is a bit 'stubbier' in wing-shape) the discal spot is larger and usually merges with part of the inner cross-band. In Oak-tree the light areas of the wing pattern are usually much whiter in appearance too, giving the moth a more contrasty appearance (if there is such a word!). Oak-tree will be around pretty soon now.

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  2. Thanks Dave - your descriptions of the differences between Brindled and Oak-tree are really helpful.

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