Dejongia lobidactylus

(Fitch, 1854)
Lobed Plume Moth

Sort #: 752 | P3 #: 460070 | MPG #: 6102 | PFG Page #: 126
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Larval feeding type: On the terminal leaves
Larval substrate: Solidago rugosa* (Common Wrinkle-leaved Goldenrod), Solidago canadensis (Canada Goldenrod)
Phenology: Adult: 6/18 to 8/03 (163 records)

Comment: Similar to O. delawaricus and C. evansi in that they all have a white front edge to the first forewing lobe. D. lobidactylus has narrower and pointed forewing lobes, expecially noticeable on the second lobe, and the wings generally have a rougher appearance. C. evansi can be separated by the solid white base to the abdomen.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1905
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 180