Donacaula nitidellus

(Dyar, 1917)

Sort #: 1607 | P #: 801291 | MPG #: 5322
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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: 7/01 to 7/28 (4 records)

Comment: Very variable. Males and females can be mistaken for several other Donacaula species.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1919
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 4