Epelis truncataria

(Walker, 1862)
Black-banded Orange

Sort #: 1901 | P #: 910700 | MPG #: 6321 | PFG Page #: 210
View on BugGuide | View on iNaturalist | BOLD Link

Larval substrate: Chamaedaphne calyculata (Leatherleaf)
Phenology: Adult: 4/21 to 6/13 (25 records)

Comment: Previously in the genus Epelis

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1900
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth
Number of Records: 34