Donacaula dispersellus

(Robinson, 1880)

Sort #: 1430 | P3 #: 800711 | MPG #: 5316.1
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Larval feeding type: European species of the genus are known to feed on various parts of the foodplants, pupating in the stem
Larval substrate: Unknown, but presumably marsh or aquatic plants, e.g. Carex, Phragmites, Scirpus, Spartina
Phenology: Adult: 6/16 to 8/22 (32 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1931
Last Year Reported: 2019

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 32