Fumibotys fumalis

(Guenée, 1854)
Mint Root Borer

Sort #: 1503 | P #: 800714 | MPG #: 4950 | PFG Page #: 166
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Larval substrate: Mentha (Mint)
Phenology: Adult: 6/24 and 7/23 to 9/28 (129 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1905
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 137