Pelochrista similiana

(Clemens, 1860)

Sort #: 1112 | P3 #: 621034 | MPG #: 3116.1 | PFG Page #: 114
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Larval substrate: Solidago (Goldenrod)
Phenology: Adult: 8/01 to 9/20 (95 records)

Comment: Two forms were illustrated in the Pelochrista revision (MONA 9.5) and DNA suggests these might actually be different species.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1900
Last Year Reported: 2022

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Nantucket
Number of Records: 100