Phigalia strigataria

(Minot, 1869)
Small Phigalia

Sort #: 1969 | P #: 911078 | MPG #: 6660 | PFG Page #: 222
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Larval substrate: Carya* (Hickory), Quercus ilicifolia* (Scrub Oak), Quercus rubra* (Northern Red Oak), Rhododendron* (Azalea), Ulmus (Elm)
Phenology: Adult: 2/16 to 5/30 (266 records)

Comment: Similar to P. denticulata, but lacks the third prominent 'tooth' on the PM (see Bugguide)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1869
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 388