Protitame virginalis

(Hulst, [1901] 1900)
Virgin Moth

Sort #: 1897 | P #: 910681 | MPG #: 6270
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Larval substrate: Populus grandidentata (Bigtooth Poplar), Populus tremuloides (Quaking Aspen), Salix (Willow)
Phenology: Adult: 5/11 to 8/27 (120 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Widespread, common
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1920
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Berkshire, Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Essex, Suffolk, Norfolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 230