Melanomma auricinctaria

Grote, 1875
Gold-lined Melanomma

Sort #: 2247 | P #: 930591 | MPG #: 8412 | PFG Page #: 326
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Larval substrate: Cephalanthus occidentalis (Buttonbush), Vaccinium (Blueberry), Gaylussacia (Huckleberry)
Phenology: Adult: 5/29 to 9/04 (64 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1906
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 81