Atheloca subrufella

(Hulst, 1887)
Palm Bud Moth

Sort #: 1454 | P #: 800444 | MPG #: 5734
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Larval substrate: Cocos nucifera (Coconut Palm), Sabal palmetto (Sabal Palm), Serenoa repens (Saw Palmetto)
Phenology: Adult: 6/09 (1 record)

Comment: If correct, presumably imported to MA on a palm tree. A population is unlikely to have survived.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Uncertain occurrence
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1942
Last Year Reported: 1942

Distribution by County: Dukes
Number of Records: 1