Nettle Pug vs False Blister Beetle
Side-by-side species comparison
| Attribute | Nettle Pug | False Blister Beetle |
|---|---|---|
| Scientific Name | Eupithecia venosata | Ischnomera cyanea |
| Order | Lepidoptera | Coleoptera |
| Family | Geometridae | Oedemeridae |
| Size | 20-24 mm wingspan | 8-12 mm |
| Habitat | Beaches & Coastal | Beaches & Coastal |
| Diet | Seed Feeders | Wood Feeders |
| 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.
False Blister Beetle
A metallic blue beetle that develops inside rotting wood near coastal areas.
Did You Know?
Unlike true blister beetles it does not produce cantharidin.