Pseudotelphusa quercinigracella

(Chambers, 1872)

Sort #: 1141 | P #: 590787 | MPG #: 1874
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Larval feeding type: Leaf tier
Larval substrate: Quercus ilicifolia* (Scrub Oak)
Phenology: Adult: 6/03 to 8/17 (6 records)

Comment: There are several DNA barcodes under this name, so the species will likely be split.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2012
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 9