Elachista beothucella

Kaila, 1996

Sort #: 1217 | P #: 591484 | MPG #: 1128.2
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Larval feeding type: leaf-miner
Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 5/25 to 8/01 (4 records)

Comment: There are currently two DNA BINs under this name (BOLD:AAH5145 and BOLD:AAI6206). DNA testing has confirmed that BOLD:AAH5145 occurs in Massachusetts. The true E. beothucella probably belongs to DNA BIN BOLD:AAI6206, as that has been found in Newfoundland, the type locality of E. beothucella. This means that the species occurring in Massachusetts will most likely need a new name. The male genitalia are very similar.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2018
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Franklin, Middlesex, Bristol
Number of Records: 4