Chionodes arenella

(Forbes, 1922)

Sort #: 1176 | P #: 591021 | MPG #: 2060
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Larval feeding type: Bores in the rhizomes
Larval substrate: Ammophila breviligulata (American Beach Grass)
Phenology: Adult: 8/10 to 9/20 (16 records)

Comment: MA is type locality

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1917
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Bristol, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 19