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Catocala vidua

(Smith, 1797)
Widow Underwing

Sort #: 2303 | P #: 930782 | MPG #: 8792 | PFG Page #: 340
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Larval substrate: Carya (Hickory), Juglans (Walnut)
Phenology: Adult: 7/03 to 10/18 (82 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1870
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 116

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