Timandra amaturaria

Walker, 1866
Cross-lined Wave

Sort #: 1781 | P #: 910027 | MPG #: 7147 | PFG Page #: 200
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally
Larval substrate: Fagopyrum (Buckwheat), Fallopis cristata (Crested Bindweed), Rumex (Dock)
Phenology: Adult: 5/28 to 7/23 and 8/30 to 9/18 (6 records)

Comment: Two generations, can be disturbed from vegetation during the day, but also comes to light. The caterpillar has a distinct thickening covering the first few segments, 'cobra-like'.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, very rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1990
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Bristol
Number of Records: 8