Cochylichroa hoffmanana

(Kearfott, 1907)
Hoffman's Cochylid

Sort #: 496 | P #: 510184.1 | MPG #: 3776
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Larval substrate: Symphyotrichum novae-angliae (New England American-aster)
Phenology: Adult: 5/27 to 9/15 (61 records)

Comment: Sometimes confused with Rolandylis maiana (#3837), but that species is (even) smaller (about 8 mm WS, compared to about 10 mm for hoffmanana) and has a more distinct wing pattern, with a more uniform and extensive pale ground color and no gray markings at the base.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1936
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 63