Achatodes zeae

(Harris, 1841)
Elder Shoot Borer

Sort #: 2619 | P3 #: 932444 | MPG #: 9520 | PFG Page #: 452
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Larval substrate: Sambucus* (Elder)
Phenology: Adult: 6/28 to 8/23 (36 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1929
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 63