Epelis truncataria

(Walker, 1862)
Black-banded Orange

Sort #: 1830 | P3 #: 910693 | MPG #: 6321 | PFG Page #: 210
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Larval substrate: Chamaedaphne calyculata (Leatherleaf)
Phenology: Adult: 4/21 to 6/13 (28 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1900
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth
Number of Records: 33