Caloptilia atomosella

(Zeller, 1873)

Sort #: 239.1 | P #: 330157 | MPG #: 591
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Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 5/12 to 7/22 (14 records)

Comment: Described from Texas. So far only old records from S and SW USA, but now found in Barnstable County, MA! DNA matches a specimen from Texas.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2022
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Barnstable
Number of Records: 14