Leucospilapteryx n.sp.

(Clemens, 1860)

Sort #: 268 | MPG #: 697.98
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Larval feeding type: Large underside leaf mine at tip of leaf, pupates outside the mine in a silken cocoon
Larval substrate: Dichanthelium clandestinum* (Deer-tongue Rosette-panicgrass)
Phenology: Adult: 8/25 to 9/16 (3 records)

Comment: Leafminer on Dichanthelium, can be mistaken for A. astericola

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2008
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Norfolk, Plymouth
Number of Records: 11