Phigalia denticulata

Hulst, 1900
Toothed Phigalia

Sort #: 1899.1 | P3 #: 911080 | MPG #: 6659
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Larval substrate: Unknown
Phenology: Adult: 2/11 to 3/05 (2 records)

Comment: Similar to P. strigataria, but it has a distinct third 'tooth' on the PM line, counting from the costa (see Bugguide). This is a more southern species which has only recently been found in SE MA and it may be moving north with climate change.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Restricted distribution, rare
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 2016
Last Year Reported: 2023

Distribution by County: Bristol
Number of Records: 2