Caloptilia sassafrasella

(Chambers, 1876)
Sassafras Caloptilia

Sort #: 231 | P3 #: 330155 | MPG #: 633
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Larval substrate: Sassafras albidum* (Sassafras)
Phenology: Adult: 7/20 to 10/20 (12 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1942
Last Year Reported: 2021

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 17