Blastobasis pulchella

(Dietz, 1910)

Sort #: 724 | P3 #: 421770 | MPG #: 1167
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Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 5/07 to 8/24 (13 records)

Comment: A very small species (8-10mm WS), distinguished by the straight white band at 1/3, dark-bordered distally and a second narrower parallel black band at 2/3, with a single black spot between

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1905
Last Year Reported: 2021

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 15