Lithophane patefacta

(Walker, 1858)
Dimorphic Pinion

Sort #: 2739 | P #: 932532 | MPG #: 9886 | PFG Page #: 464
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Larval substrate: Mostly Prunus virginiana (Choke Cherry), Quercus (Oak), Acer (Maple), also larvae of Lepidoptera
Phenology: Adult: 9/17 to 5/11 (21 records)

Comment: Adult overwinters

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1880
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 49