Papaipema nepheleptena

(Dyar, 1908)
Turtle Head Borer

Sort #: 2629 | P3 #: 932473 | MPG #: 9490 | PFG Page #: 456
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Larval substrate: Chelone spp. (Turtlehead)
Phenology: Adult: 8/26 to 10/07 (13 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1904
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex
Number of Records: 17