Phaeoura quernaria

(Smith, 1797)
Oak Beauty

Sort #: 2034 | P #: 911251 | MPG #: 6763 | PFG Page #: 228
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Larval substrate: Deciduous trees, incl. Tilia (Basswood), Betula (Birch), Ulmus (Elm), Quercus* (Oak), Populus (Poplar)
Phenology: Adult: 4/13 to 7/24 (373 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1856
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 587