D. reconditalis/D. harlequinalis

Recondite/Harlequin Webworm complex

Sort #: 1581.11 | P #: 801083.11 | MPG #: 5175.11

Phenology: Adult: 6/10 to 10/06 (93 records)

Comment: These species can only be reliably identified by dissection. Size is also claimed to be a useful character, the wingspan of D. harlequinalis is >17mm, and that of D. reconditalis is <=16mm.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1903
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Bristol, Dukes
Number of Records: 101