Acronicta interrupta
(Guenée, 1852)
Interrupted Dagger
Sort #: 2507 | P #: 931441.3 | MPG #: 9237 | PFG Page #: 400
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Larval substrate: Deciduous trees, incl. Betula (Birch), Malus (Apple), Prunus (Cherry), Quercus (Oak), Ulmus (Elm)
Phenology: Adult: 5/22 to 8/19 (28 records)
Comment: Average FWL in males 18.3mm and in females 18.8mm.
Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1880
Last Year Reported: 2024
Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 69
