Caloptilia flavella

(Ely, 1915)

Sort #: 248 | P #: 330173 | MPG #: 604
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Larval feeding type: Initially a leaf-miner, forming a narrow gallery leading into a blotch on the leaf underside. The larva then feeds within the folded tip of a leaf, before constructing a larger leaf-roll.
Larval substrate: Morella caroliniensis* (Small Bayberry)
Phenology: Adult: 7/09 (1 record)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2018
Last Year Reported: 2024

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Plymouth, Barnstable
Number of Records: 5