Paraleucoptera albella

(Chambers, 1871)
Cottonwood Leafminer

Sort #: 391 | P3 #: 360202 | MPG #: 475
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Larval substrate: Populus deltoides* (Eastern Cottonwood), Populus ?grandidentata* (Bigtooth Aspen), Salix (Willow)
Phenology: Adult: 6/29 to 7/01 (2 records)

Comment: Larva early September, cocoon overwintering (as larva or pupa?)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2013
Last Year Reported: 2021

Distribution by County: Franklin, Middlesex
Number of Records: 4