Parornix obliterella

(Dietz, 1907)

Sort #: 255 | P3 #: 330204 | MPG #: 678
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Larval feeding type: Forms a tentiform leaf mine on the underside, then feeds in a leaf edge folded upwards; pupates in a silken cocoon away from the feeding area
Larval substrate: Betula lenta* (Cherry Birch, Black Birch),
Phenology: Adult: 6/04 to 8/26 (5 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, fairly common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2013
Last Year Reported: 2020

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Plymouth, Barnstable
Number of Records: 19