Papaipema pterisii

Bird, 1907
Bracken Borer

Sort #: 2724 | P #: 932507.1 | MPG #: 9480 | PFG Page #: 456
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Larval substrate: Pteridium aquilinum* (Bracken)
Phenology: Adult: 8/01 to 10/12 (129 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1910
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 210