Allotria elonympha

(Hübner, 1818)
False Underwing

Sort #: 2359 | P #: 930962 | MPG #: 8721 | PFG Page #: 358
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Larval substrate: Carya (Hickory), Glycine max (Soybean), Juglans nigra (Black Walnut), Nyssa sylvatica (Black Gum)
Phenology: Adult: 5/16 to 8/27 (122 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1899
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 269