Diaphania hyalinata

(Linnaeus, 1767)
Melonworm

Sort #: 1564 | P3 #: 801297 | MPG #: 5204 | PFG Page #: 172
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Larval substrate: Cucumis melo (Melon), C. sativus (Cucumber), Cucurbita (Squash)
Phenology: Adult: 9/01 to 10/09 (8 records)

Comment: Probably a Fall 'migrant' or perhaps imported on plants

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1915
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Bristol, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 12