Monochroa absconditella

(Walker, 1864)

Sort #: 540 | P3 #: 420620 | MPG #: 1706
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Larval feeding type: Stem feeder
Larval substrate: Ampelopsis (Peppervine), Polygonum (Smartweed)
Phenology: Adult: 6/08 to 6/22 (2 records)

Comment: Single specimen, id with '?' and it does not agree well with other specimens under this name. Kept here temporarily until its true identity is known.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Uncertain occurrence
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2016
Last Year Reported: 2016

Distribution by County: Middlesex
Number of Records: 2