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Oidaematophorus mathewianus

(Zeller, 1874)
Yarrow Leaf Plume Moth

Sort #: 756 | P3 #: 460138 | MPG #: 6166
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Larval feeding type: On the leaves
Larval substrate: Achillea millefolium (Yarrow)
Phenology: Adult: 7/08 (1 record)

Comment: Hellinsia linus can be similar, but it lacks the tibial sclae tufts and generally has a more distinct dark spot at the base of the cleft.

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: 2017

Distribution by County: Plymouth
Number of Records: 1

  • Adult attracted to light (Photo: ©S. Whitebread)
  • Adult male attracted to light, id confirmed by dissection (Photo: ©S. Whitebread)

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