Epinotia nisella

(Clerck, 1759)
Poplar Branchlet Borer

Sort #: 1183 | P3 #: 621218 | MPG #: 3306 | PFG Page #: 120
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Larval feeding type: In catkins and between leaves
Larval substrate: Salix (Willow) and Populus (Poplar), also Alnus (Alder), Betula (Birch), Acer (Maple)
Phenology: Adult: 7/09 to 9/10 (14 records)

Comment: In NA appears to be a species genetically distinct from European E. nisella

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Holarctic
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2000
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Bristol, Plymouth
Number of Records: 15