Monopis monachella

(Hübner, 1796)
White-headed Monopis

Sort #: 175 | P #: 300173 | MPG #: 418
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Larval feeding type: Probably feeds from a silken tube spun among the substrate
Larval substrate: Dead vegetable and animal matter
Phenology: Adult: 6/11 to 6/22 (2 records)

Comment: North American populations are genetically distinct from European M. monachella

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2017
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Worcester
Number of Records: 2