Filatima pseudacaciella

(Chambers, 1872)
Dusky-backed Filatima

Sort #: 613 | P3 #: 421121 | MPG #: 2169
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Larval feeding type: Leaf tier of 2-3 leaflets
Larval substrate: Robinia pseudoacacia* (Black Locust)
Phenology: Adult: 5/01 to 6/20 (4 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1872
Last Year Reported: 2018

Distribution by County: Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Plymouth, Nantucket
Number of Records: 9