Spilosoma dubia

(Walker, 1855)
Dubious Tiger

Sort #: 2149 | P #: 930310 | MPG #: 8136 | PFG Page #: 300
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Larval feeding type: Feeds externally on leaves
Larval substrate: Prunus (Cherry), Plantago (Plantain)
Phenology: Adult: 4/30 to 7/01 (60 records)

Status in MA (automated assessment): Fairly widespread, uncommon
Status in N. America: Native
MA Endangered Species Act status: None
First Year Reported: 1904
Last Year Reported: 2026

Distribution by County: Hampshire, Franklin, Worcester, Middlesex, Suffolk, Bristol, Plymouth, Barnstable, Dukes, Nantucket
Number of Records: 83