Parornix sp. Z Malus

Sort #: 226.1 | P #: 330141.1 | MPG #: 681.1
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Larval feeding type: Forms a tentiform leaf-mine on the underside, then feeds in a leaf edge folded downwards; pupates in a silken cocoon away from the feeding area. The larva has no spots on, or behind the head..
Larval substrate: Malus sieboldii* (Toringo Crab Apple)

Comment: This species is very similar to P. quadripunctella var albifaciella, but the head is gray, not white, and it has a different DNA barcode.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2017
Last Year Reported: 2018

Distribution by County: Plymouth
Number of Records: 3