Dysstroma truncata

(Hufnagel, 1767)
Marbled Carpet

Sort #: 1705 | P3 #: 910021 | MPG #: 7187
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Larval substrate: Alnus (Alder), Fragaria (Strawberry), Juniperus (Juniper, Cedar), Picea (Spruce), Larix (Larch), Plantago (Plantain), Ribes (Currant), Rubus (Blackberry), Salix (Willow), Vaccinium (Blueberry)
Phenology: Adult: 8/28 to 9/03 (2 records)

Comment: Very difficult to distinguish from D. citrata from the upperside; the underside shows the most reliable distinguishing characters. It is possible that only D. citrata occurs in Massachusetts, although older records from Eastern Massachusetts may refer to D. truncata. This page shows the differences between the two species. It is in German, but should be self-explanatory.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Uncertain status
Status in N. America: Holarctic
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1890
Last Year Reported: 1949

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Essex, Norfolk
Number of Records: 5