Hellinsia balanotes

(Meyrick, 1908)
Baccharis Borer Plume Moth

Sort #: 761.1 | P3 #: 460110 | MPG #: 6210
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Larval feeding type: Initially a leaf miner, then forms extensive galleries in the larger branches
Larval substrate: Baccharis halimifolia (Eastern False Willow)
Phenology: Adult: 8/13 (1 record)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1973
Last Year Reported: 1973

Distribution by County: Dukes
Number of Records: 1