Dioryctria zimmermani

(Grote, 1877)
Zimmerman Pine Moth

Sort #: 1405 | P3 #: 800430 | MPG #: 5852 | PFG Page #: 142
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Larval substrate: Primarily Pinus strobus (Eastern White Pine)
Phenology: Adult: 7/10 to 9/05 (29 records)

Comment: Basal and subbasal areas 'bright brownish-red' and in general brighter and more contrasting than D. resinosella. Subbasal scale tuft more reddish than black.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1920
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 31