Although superficially similar to several other Eupithecia species, this moth usually has a distinct black mark on the forewing, a broken white subterminal line ending in a 'toothed' white blotch and a general chestnut colour to the forewings. Size can also help distinguish it from the Wormwood Pug. The wingspan of Currant Pug is 17-22 mm whereas Wormwood Pug has a wingspan of 21-23 mm.

It inhabits woodland edges, gardens and allotments.

Flies during May and June, with a second brood in the south during August.

The larvae lives on Hop and Red or Black Currant.

Fairly common and widespread throughout Britain. In a recent survey to determine the status of all macro moths in Britain this species was classified as common.

Fairly frequent but not common in Leicestershire & Rutland. L&R Moth Group status = B (scarce resident or restricted distribution or regular migrant)