Catocala gracilis

Edwards, 1864
Graceful Underwing

Sort #: 2322 | P #: 930833 | MPG #: 8847
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally on leaves
Larval substrate: Vaccinium (Blueberry), Leucothoe (Dog Laurel), ?Quercus (Oak)
Phenology: Adult: 7/03 to 9/10 (291 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1880
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 471