Parornix sp. S Lyonia

Sort #: 259 | MPG #: 686.1

Larval feeding type: Forms a large tentiform mine on the underside, then vacates to pupate in a silken cocoon
Larval substrate: Lyonia ligustrina
Phenology: Adult: 6/20 (1 record)

Comment: Tentiform mine on Lyonia

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2016
Last Year Reported: 2019

Distribution by County: Middlesex, Essex, Norfolk, Plymouth
Number of Records: 13