Pagara simplex

Walker, 1856
Mouse-colored Lichen

Sort #: 2173 | P #: 930396 | MPG #: 8099
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally on leaves
Larval substrate: Various herbaceous plants. Taraxacum officinale (Dandelion) and Lactuca sativa (Lettuce) have been used in captivity.
Phenology: Adult: 8/14 to 9/09 (2 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, very rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1941
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Barnstable, Dukes
Number of Records: 2