Cosmopterix clemensella

Stainton, 1860
Clemens' Cosmopterix

Sort #: 468 | P3 #: 420373 | MPG #: 1493
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Larval substrate: Carex laxiflora, Scleria latifolia
Phenology: Adult: 6/23 to 7/3 (3 records)

Comment: All reported C. lespedezae are almost certainly C. clemensella

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

Distribution by County: Franklin, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, Dukes
Number of Records: 11