Leucoma salicis

(Linnaeus, 1758)
Satin Moth

Sort #: 2125 | P #: 930170 | MPG #: 8319 | PFG Page #: 290
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally on leaves
Larval substrate: Populus (Poplar), Populus alba* (White Poplar), Salix (Willow)
Phenology: Adult: 6/07 to 9/13 (28 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, rare
Status in N. America: Introduced
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1920
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 38