Palpita quadristigmalis

(Guenée, 1854)
Four-spotted Palpita

Sort #: 1565 | P3 #: 801316 | MPG #: 5218
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Larval substrate: Forestiera segregata (Florida Privet), Ligustrum (Privet), Olea europaea (Olive)
Phenology: Adult: 7/04 to 9/26 (6 records)

Comment: Probably a Fall 'migrant'

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1931
Last Year Reported: 2017

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Essex, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 7