Holophysis emblemella

(Clemens, 1860)

Sort #: 500 | P3 #: 420499 | MPG #: 2255
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Larval substrate: Unknown, possibly Aesculus, Castanea
Phenology: Adult: 7/02 to 7/05 (2 records)

Comment: Reported to possibly feed on Aesculus (Buckeye), but it must have another host plant in MA. It has been found in a locality with a lot of Castanea (American Chestnut)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2017
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester
Number of Records: 2