Caloptilia minimella

(Ely, 1915)

Sort #: 253 | P #: 330182 | MPG #: 613
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Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 5/15 to 7/24 (3 records)

Comment: Described from CT. It is a small dark species with a paler, ochreous, costa and a very few dark spots in the paler area. Wingspan 9-9.5mm. The hostplant is reported to be Gymnanthes lucida (Shiny Oysterwood), but this is probably an error. All specimens so far have been taken at light; it probably has two generations. The description matches C. hypericella rather well - and may be same species?

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1950
Last Year Reported: 1993

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Barnstable
Number of Records: 3