Derrima stellata

Walker, [1858]
Pink Star

Sort #: 2571 | P #: 932039 | MPG #: 11055
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Larval feeding type: On the flowers and seeds.
Larval substrate: Crocanthemum bicknellii (Hoary Fostweed), Lechea intermedia (Round-fruited Pinweed)
Phenology: Adult: 7/02 to 9/12 (83 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1902
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 136