Desmia funeralis

(Hübner, 1796)
Grape Leaffolder

Sort #: 1553 | P3 #: 801262 | MPG #: 5159 | PFG Page #: 170
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Larval substrate: Vitis (Grape), Cercis canadensis (Redbud), Oenthera biennis (Evening Primrose)
Phenology: Adult: 5/22 to 9/11 (60 records)

Comment: D. funeralis has a solid white patch on the underside of the abdomen on segments 1-5 (or may have a slight break on segment 3)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1901
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 65