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Paraplatyptilia carolina

(Kearfott, 1907)
Carolina Plume Moth

Sort #: 745.1 | P3 #: 460028 | MPG #: 6125
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Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 6/22 and 8/30 to 9/04 (3 records)

Comment: Forewings noticeably pointed, ochreous-brown to ochreous-yellow, often with a pale lemon base to the abdomen

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2016
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Middlesex
Number of Records: 3

  • Adult attracted to light (Photo: ©Brian Klassanos)
  • Adult attracted to light (Photo: ©Brian Klassanos)

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