Zanclognatha martha

Barnes, 1928
Pine Barrens Zanclognatha

Sort #: 2199 | P #: 930497 | MPG #: 8350
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Larval substrate: Pinus rigida (Pitch Pine), also decomposing Quercus ilicifolia (Scrub Oak) leaves
Phenology: Adult: 7/01 to 8/16 (42 records)

Comment: A larger species than the previous two (27-30mm WS), ground color bright purplish-brown, outer 1/4 of wing distinctly darker, AM and PM lines weak, often clearly visible only at costa, ST line often difficult to discern, hindwings paler

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: Special Concern
First Year Reported: 1915
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Bristol, Plymouth, Dukes
Number of Records: 85