Acleris minuta

(Robinson, 1869)
Yellowheaded Fireworm

Sort #: 811 | P3 #: 620046 | MPG #: 3545
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Larval substrate: Vaccinium, Myrica, Kalmia, Malus, Prunus, Rosa
Phenology: Adult: 6/15 to 8/14 and 10/26 to 4/30 (18 records)

Comment: Adult overwinters

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1908
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 24