Acronicta tritona

(Hübner, 1818)
Triton Dagger

Sort #: 2496 | P #: 931432 | MPG #: 9211 | PFG Page #: 396
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Larval substrate: Vaccinium* (Blueberry), Vaccinium macrocarpon (Cranberry), Rhododendron
Phenology: Adult: 5/14 to 8/29 (68 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1910
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampden, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 160