Paragona multisignata

(Christoph, 1881)

Sort #: 2275.1 | P #: 930692.7 | MPG #: 9026.1
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Larval substrate: Shiitake Mushrooms and probably other fungi
Phenology: Adult: 6/25 to 9/08 (2 records)

Comment: The identity of the specimens found is currently based on photos only and needs to be confirmed by genitalia dissection and /or DNA. We are nevertheless quite confident that the identification is correct. This is a recent introduction from S.E.Asia. So far known from NJ and MA. Reported as a pest of Shiitake mushrooms in Japan, so mushrooms imported from S.E. Asia could be the source of these individuals. The first report of this species can be found here.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, very rare
Status in N. America: Introduced
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2024
Last Year Reported: 2025

Distribution by County: Middlesex
Number of Records: 3