Chytolita morbidalis

(Guenée, 1854)
Morbid Owlet

Sort #: 2203 | P #: 930502 | MPG #: 8355 | PFG Page #: 314
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Larval substrate: Dead leaves of deciduous trees and Larix laricina (American Larch, Tamarack)
Phenology: Adult: 5/13 to 8/19 (762 records)

Comment: Includes Chytolita petrealis (8356) as synonym

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, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 1256