Pococera expandens

(Walker, 1863)
Striped Oak Webworm

Sort #: 1479 | P #: 800653 | MPG #: 5608 | PFG Page #: 136
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Larval substrate: Quercus alba* (White Oak), Quercus rubra* (Northern Red Oak)
Phenology: Adult: 5/19 to 9/11 (185 records)

Comment: Specimens labelled as 'Pococera expandens' are spread over 4 DNA BINs, shared mainly with P. asperatella.

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, very common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1901
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 219