Apantesis phalerata

(Harris, 1841)
Harnessed Tiger

Sort #: 2143 | P #: 930278 | MPG #: 8169 | PFG Page #: 298
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally on leaves
Larval substrate: Herbaceous plants, incl. Trifolium (Clover), Zea mays (Corn), Taraxacum (Dandelion), Plantago (Plantain)
Phenology: Adult: 5/15 to 10/02 (255 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1833
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 511