Hyperstrotia nana

(Hübner, 1818)
White-lined Graylet

Sort #: 2279 | P #: 930727 | MPG #: 9035 | PFG Page #: 334
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Larval substrate: Ulmus americana (American Elm)
Phenology: Adult: 5/25 to 10/15 (142 records)

Comment: Formerly known as H. villificans; H.villificans (9038) is now considered a separate species occurring south of PA to FL. Currently, the only way to distinguish these species is to DNA-barcode them

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1931
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 476