Papaipema appassionata

(Harvey, 1876)
Pitcher-plant Borer

Sort #: 2627 | P3 #: 932467 | MPG #: 9493
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Larval substrate: Sarracenia purpurea* (Purple Pitcher)
Phenology: Adult: 8/23 to 9/18 (23 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: Threatened
First Year Reported: 1934
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Norfolk, Barnstable, Nantucket
Number of Records: 31